Quinoa Tabouleh

Ingredients

• •1 cup quinoa
• •2 cups water
• •1 bunch fresh parsley, finely chopped
• •1/2 bunch fresh mint, finely chopped
• •1 medium cucumber, diced
• •2 medium tomatoes, diced
• •1/4 red onion, finely chopped
• •1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• •1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• •Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed quinoa.

3. 3

   Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and water is absorbed.

4. 4

   Remove the quinoa from heat and let it cool in a large bowl for about 10 minutes.

5. 5

   Once cooled, add the finely chopped parsley, mint, cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion to the quinoa.

6. 6

   In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

7. 7

   Pour the dressing over the quinoa salad and toss gently to combine everything well.

8. 8

   Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for the flavors to meld.