Rainbow Quinoa Shaker Salad

The Rainbow Quinoa Shaker Salad is a fresh and colourful recipe that layers wholesome QuinoPea with crisp spinach, crunchy vegetables, and creamy feta. Easy to pack and enjoy on the go, it’s a vibrant, nourishing salad that’s as fun to make as it is to eat.

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Instructions

Prepare the Base

1 minute

Open the QuinoPea and divide it evenly into jars. It can be enjoyed warm, at room temperature, or chilled—whatever suits your routine.

Rainbow Quinoa Shaker Salad - Step 1

Prep the Veggies

5 minutes

Slice the carrots and radish into thin strips or rounds.

Rainbow Quinoa Shaker Salad - Step 2

Layer the Jar

2 minutes

In each jar, add a handful of spinach, followed by the carrots, radish, feta cheese, and your dressing of choice.

Rainbow Quinoa Shaker Salad - Step 3

To Serve

1 minute

Shake well before eating and enjoy straight from the jar!

Cooking Tips
  • Layer dressing at the bottom if meal-prepping in jars to prevent sogginess.
  • Cut vegetables into uniform shapes for even distribution.
  • Shake vigorously before eating to coat everything well.
  • Use wide-mouth jars for easier shaking and eating.
Storage Tips
  • Keeps 3–4 days if dressing is stored separately or layered at the bottom.
  • Feta may soften over time—add fresh if preferred.
  • Spinach stays crispest when kept uppermost in the jar.

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Chef Notes
  • This is a perfect grab-and-go lunch option.
  • Feta adds saltiness and creaminess that contrasts with crisp veggies.
Substitutions
  • Feta → goat cheese, parmesan, or vegan cheese.
  • Dressing → balsamic, lemon-tahini, or vinaigrette.
  • Spinach → arugula, kale, or spring mix.
Variations
  • Protein Boost: Add chickpeas, tofu, or chicken strips.
  • Crunchy Version: Add sunflower seeds or almonds.
  • Sweet Version: Add dried cranberries.

Frequently Asked Questions

3–4 days when layered properly.

Yes — they work perfectly.

Keep spinach at the top of the jar.

Yes — remove spinach and warm the rest lightly.

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
5 minutes
Cook Time:
1 minute
Serving Size / Yield:
1-2 servings
Cuisine Type:
Canadian
Dish Type:
Lunch / Meal Prep / Salad

Nutrition Facts

Carbohydrates:

Ingredients

QuinoPea 1 pouch
Spinach Handful
Carrot 1
Radish 1
Feta Cheese Garnish
Dressing of Choice

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