Quinoa Salad (Veg…
Ingredients
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced cucumber
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
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Steps
  1. Rinse the quinoa in a fine mesh strainer under cold water for 1-2 minutes.
  2. Transfer the quinoa to a medium saucepan and add 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover with a lid and simmer for 15 minutes until all the water has been absorbed.
  3. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Allow to cool slightly.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, red onion, bell pepper, cucumber and parsley.
  5. In a small bowl whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Pour over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
  6. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Tags
vegan
gluten-free
salad
quinoa
vegetarian
healthy
easy
dairy-free
nut-free
quick
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