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Quinoa tabbouleh

Recipe Information

Description:
Quinoa tabbouleh is a delicious Middle Eastern recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 15 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 30 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 15 Minutes
Total Time 30 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Quinoa
Category Rice & Grains
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish; Side Dish
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Cook Method Boiling
Diet

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water

  • 1 cup quinoa

  • 1 pinch salt

  • 2 carrots, grated

  • 1 cucumber, diced

  • 3 medium tomatoes, diced

  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped

  • 1/4 cup lemon juice

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 cup olive oil

  • 2 bunches green onions, diced

Directions

  • In a medium-sized pot, bring the water to a boil and add quinoa with a pinch of salt. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is cooked, approximately 15 minutes. Set aside and let cool.

  • In a large mixing bowl, add the carrots, cucumber, tomatoes, parsley, lemon juice, salt, olive oil, and green onions. Mix well.

  • Fluff the quinoa with a fork and combine it with the contents in the mixing bowl.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 354 cal

  • Total fat: 17g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 379mg

  • Carbohydrate: 46g

  • Fiber: 9g

  • Protein: 10g