Description
Mediterranean Quinoa Tabbouleh is a fresh and zesty summer salad that is nutrient-packed and perfect as a side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup chopped parsley
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
- Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, parsley, and cucumber.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding chopped mint or tomatoes.
- This salad can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg