Herbed Quinoa Bowl

Ingredients

• •1 cup quinoa
• •2 cups water or vegetable broth
• •1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• •1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• •1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• •3 tbsp olive oil
• •1 tbsp lemon juice
• •Salt to taste
• •Pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and water (or vegetable broth). Bring to a boil over medium heat.

3. 3

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed.

4. 4

   Remove from heat and let the quinoa sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

5. 5

   In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, halved cherry tomatoes, fresh parsley, and fresh basil.

6. 6

   Drizzle the olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

7. 7

   Toss everything together gently until well combined. Serve warm or at room temperature.