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Quinoa Tabouleh

Chilled quinoa salad with parsley, mint, and lemon

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✨ Created by a FamilyPlate user

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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Difficulty
easy
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Meal Type
lunch

Nutrition per serving

AI estimate — approximate
243
Calories
kcal
6g
Protein
31g
Carbs
11g
Fat

Based on 4 servings — values are AI-estimated and may vary

👶 Kid-Friendly🌶️ mild Spice

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.