Sides

Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad

Makes 6 cups

Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad

Makes 6 cups

The bright flavors of lemon and herbs pair nicely with the nuttiness of the quinoa.

Nutritional information per serving (based on 12 servings):Calories 132 (39% from fat)
carb. 18g
pro. 4g chol. 0mg · fat 6g
sat. fat 1g
sod. 304mg
calc. 24mg
fiber 2g

Ingredients

  • 4cups steamed quinoa*
  • ½
    cup packed fresh parsley leaves, chopped
  • ½cup packed fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 2cups cherry tomatoes, halved

  • cups cucumber, cut into ½-inch dice (about ½ English cucumber)
  • 1½teaspoons kosher salt
  • ½teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 3tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 4tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Preparation

  1. *See steaming guide on page 10 for directions.
  2. 1.
    Combine the quinoa, parsley, mint, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, salt, pepper, lemon juice and olive oil all together in a large bowl so ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  3. 2.
    Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.