Star Wars Fuel Your Force is a commitment to finding your “inner Force” through an active and healthy lifestyle. Taking inspiration from the epic stories and powerful characters from the Star Wars galaxy, these nutritious recipes are good for you, full of flavor, and sure to bring balance to the Force and your inner well being.
Sith Lord, Nightbrother, son of Mother Talzin, Darth Maul was intimidating both in appearance and skills. Maul’s haunting red-and-black visage is his most recognizable feature along with his unique lightsaber.
This healthy Maul-inspired dish, Darth Maul Quinoa Salad, is filled with nutritious ingredients. The flavor packs a punch and will give you energy, even if you feel like your strength is split in two.
Darth Maul Quinoa Salad
Yield: 8 servings
Serving size: ½ cup
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup corn
- ½ cup red onion, diced
- 2 tomatoes, seeded and diced small
- 1/2 cup canned low sodium black beans
- Chopped jicama for details
Dressing ingredients:
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Squeeze of half a lemon (approx. 1 tablespoon)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon basil
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ⅛ teaspooon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon pepper
Step 1: In a bowl, layer the quinoa, followed by the corn, then the onion.
Step 2: Spread the tomatoes over the surface to cover the layers.
Step 3: Use the black beans to create Maul’s face details, and the jicama for his horns.
Step 4: Pour the dressing over the salad to serve.
The Star Wars Check helps kids and parents agree on healthier choices. Learn more at StarWarsCheck.com.
And find healthy recipes, fun activities, articles, and other information to Fuel Your Force on StarWars.com and tell us about your own journey on social media using #FuelYourForce #StarWars.
Tags: #StarWarsCheckRecipes
Jenn Fujikawa is a lifestyle and food writer. Follow her on Twitter at @justjenn and check her Instagram @justjennrecipes and blog www.justjennrecipes.com for even more Star Wars food photos.
