Quinoa Tabbouleh

Ingredients

• •1 cup quinoa
• •2 cups water
• •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 olive oil
• •1/4 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• •Salt and 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. Bring to a boil over high heat.

3. 3

   Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until quinoa is fluffy and water is absorbed.

4. 4

   Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and let it cool to room temperature.

5. 5

   In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped parsley, diced tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.

6. 6

   Add the cooked quinoa to the bowl with the vegetables.

7. 7

   In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour this dressing over the quinoa and vegetable mixture.

8. 8

   Toss gently to combine and serve chilled or at room temperature.