Recipe
Quinoa Tabbouleh
2 years ago
Quinoa, a grain that originated in South America, is considered a superfood because it contains more protein than most grains. It has a nutty flavour, that tastes wonderful fresh garden green and most of the cheeses. it's a great gluten-free alternative to many grains like wheat and rice. It’s not a salad it’s a complete nutritious meal.
Region: American / European
Nature: Salad
Cuisine: Western
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Serves:
Main Ingredients:
Items |
Quantity |
|---|---|
Water |
1 ¾ cup |
Uncooked quinoa |
1 cup |
Cherry tomato |
½ cup |
Chopped fresh mint/ parsley |
½ cup |
Raisins |
¼ cup |
Pecans |
¼ cup |
Chopped cucumber |
¼ cup |
Scallions |
¼ cup |
Fresh lemon juice |
¼ cup |
Chopped green onions |
2 tbsp |
Extra-virgin olive oil |
1 tbsp |
Minced fresh onion |
2 tsp |
Salt |
½ tsp |
Crumbled feta |
½ tsp |
Freshly ground black pepper |
¼ tsp |
Main Methods:
Combine water and quinoa in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil
Pour water into a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.
Add the quinoa and 1 teaspoon of salt, lower the heat and simmer
Covered, for 15 minutes, until the grains are tender and open.
Drain, place in a bowl and immediately add the lemon juice, olive oil.
In a large bowl, combine the scallions, mint/Parsley, chopped onion, chopped cucumber, chopped tomatoes, raisins and pecans.
Add 1 teaspoon of freshly ground pepper.
Check salt, if it is less than add salt according to your taste.
Add the quinoa and mix well.
Carefully fold in the feta and taste for seasonings.
Serve at room temperature or refrigerate and serve cold.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
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