The Ultimate Quinoa Tabbouleh
Indulge in the ultimate quinoa tabbouleh, a vibrant salad bursting with fresh flavors and wholesome ingredients like juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, fragrant herbs, and zesty lemon dressing.
Savor the perfect combination of nutty quinoa and Middle Eastern spices, making it a nourishing and delicious dish for any occasion.
This salad will take your taste buds on a tantalizing journey, bursting with fresh flavors and wholesome goodness.
Let's talk about our star ingredient- quinoa. Known as the "Mother Grain," quinoa is a nutrient-dense superfood that packs a punch when it comes to protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. It's no wonder why health enthusiasts around the world are raving about its benefits.
to make this tabbouleh, start by rinsing the quinoa and adding to the instant pot with 1 1/2 cups of water. Set the timer for four minutes and manually release pressure. Once cooked, set quinoa aside to cool. While it's cooling, let’s focus on the other mouthwatering components of this dish.
Imagine juicy, ripe tomatoes, bursting with sweetness. Slice them up and dice them into bite-sized pieces. Crisp, cool cucumber adds a refreshing crunch to the salad. Take your cucumber, peel it if desired, and dice it up into small cubes, giving it a texture that complements the rest of the dish.
Fresh Herbs that make this tabbouleh truly shine. Finely chop fresh parsley – it adds a vibrant, earthy flavor that pairs perfectly with the other ingredients. Fresh mint leaves bring a touch of freshness and balance to the dish. Chop up a handful of mint leaves, and you're in business. Don't be afraid to be generous with these herbs; they really elevate the flavors.
Bring it all together with this zesty lemon dressing. It's time to bring it all together with a zesty lemon dressing. Whisk together fresh lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, onion powder a pinch of salt and pepper. This dressing is light and tangy, giving the salad a delightful kick.
Once your quinoa is cooled, combine it with the tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, and mint in a large bowl. Pour the lemon dressing over the mixture and gently toss everything together until well-coated.
Picture a vibrant salad bowl. filled with a colorful medley of ingredients. The nutty quinoa beautifully complements the Middle Eastern spices, while the vegetables and herbs provide a refreshing burst of flavor with each bite.
Say goodbye to boring salads and hello to a flavorful, nutrient-packed dish that you can enjoy any time of the year. This quinoa tabbouleh is perfect as a side dish for your next BBQ or as a light lunch option. You can even pack it up for a picnic with friends – it's versatile and sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Dry Quinoa
- 2 Cups of Fresh Parsley
- 1/4 Cup Fresh Mint
- 1 Cup Diced Roma Tomatoes
- 1 Cup of English Cucumber Chopped with skin on
- 1/4 Cup of Chopped Celery
Zesty Dressing Ingredients
- 1/8 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
- 7 Tablespoons of Lemon Juice
- Pepper to Taste
- 1/2 tsp Sea Salt
Directions
1. Rinse quinoa over a metal strainer. Add quinoa to an Instant Pot with 1 1/2 cups of water. Set the Instant pot timer manually for 4 minutes with manual release.
2. Cool quinoa to room temperature while chopping the cucumber, tomatoes, and celery. Finely chop parsley and mint.
3. In a glass bowl combine quinoa, veggies and herbs.
4. In a small bowl make the zesty lemon dressing. Combine onion powder, olive oil, lemon juice, sea salt and pepper.
5. Stir all ingredients together to incorporate dressing.
6. Serve at room temperature or cold.
7. Consider serving this dish with black bean hummus.
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