quinoa tabbouleh
A little change to classic tabbouleh, using quinoa instead of bulgur. Great for a vegetarian main or summer side salad.
prep time
20 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
6 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed well
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- - freshly ground black pepper
- 1 large english cucumber, cut into 1/4 inch pieces
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2/3 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 2 - scallions, thinly sliced
How To Make quinoa tabbouleh
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Step 1Bring quinoa, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 1/4 cups water to a oil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer until the quinoa is tender, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
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Step 2Meanwhile, whisk the lemon juice and garlic in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in olive oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Step 3Spread out the quinoa on a large rimmed baking sheet; let cool. Transfer to a large bowl; mix in 1/4 cup dressing. Add the cucumber, tomatoes, herbs, and scallions to the bowl; toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Drizzle with the remaining dressing.
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Discover More
Category:
Other Salads
Tag:
#Quick & Easy
Tag:
#Healthy
Diet:
Vegetarian
Diet:
Diabetic
Diet:
Low Fat
Keyword:
#quinoa
Keyword:
#high protein
Ingredient:
Rice/Grains
Culture:
Middle Eastern
Method:
Stove Top
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