Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
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Serves: 3-4 servings
 
Ingredients
  • 3 cups water
  • 1½ cups dry quinoa
  • 5-6 roma tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cucumbers, peeled, seeds removed, chopped
  • ⅔ cup olive oil
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • ⅓ cup chopped fresh herbs*
  • 1 tsp. salt + more to taste
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
  1. In a small pan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa and cook until tender. When the water is gone, turn off the heat and cover.
  2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, salt, and pepper.
  3. Fluff quinoa with a fork and place in a large bowl with tomatoes, cucumbers, and dressing.
  4. Mix to combine.
  5. Tabbouleh can be enjoyed immediately or refrigerated for a few hours to allow flavors to come together.
  6. Enjoy!
Notes
*A combination of parsley and mint is traditional, but cilantro is also a delicous twist!
Recipe by For the Love of Gourmet at https://fortheloveofgourmet.com/quinoa-tabbouleh-salad/