Ingredients
– 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
– 2 cups water or vegetable broth
– 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
– 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
– 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– 1/4 cup lemon juice
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating Quinoa Tabbouleh can be easy if you follow these simple steps:
1. Rinse the Quinoa: Start by rinsing the quinoa under cold water to remove its natural bitterness.
2. Cook the Quinoa: In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water (or broth). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until all the liquid has been absorbed.
3. Fluff the Quinoa: Once cooked, remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Then, fluff it with a fork and allow it to cool to room temperature.
4. Prepare Vegetables: While the quinoa is cooling, chop the parsley, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and mint.
5. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooled quinoa with chopped vegetables and herbs.
6. Dress the Salad: Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the quinoa mixture. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients well.
7. Season: Add salt and pepper to taste, mixing well.
8. Chill: For the best flavor, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.
These simple steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 6g