A healthy and refreshing quinoa salad made with fresh herbs, cucumber, tomatoes, and tomatoes. This healthy dish gets a great kick from the tangy dressing.
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa. 2 cups water. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1 cucumber, diced. 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped. 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Salt and pepper to taste.
Instructions: Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff quinoa with a fork and let it cool to room temperature. In a large bowl, combine quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, and mint. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional herbs if desired. Serve and enjoy!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
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