Cucumber & Herb Quinoa Salad
Light, fresh quinoa salad tossed with crisp cucumber, bright herbs, and a zesty lemon dressing. Ready in 20 minutes and perfect for lunch or a side.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 240
- Protein
- 7g
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Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked quinoa, cooled
- 1 large cucumber
- ½ cup fresh mint and parsley, chopped
- 1 whole lemon (juiced)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 0 salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Slice cucumber lengthwise in half, scoop out seeds with a spoon, then cut into 1/4-inch half-moons.
- 2
Place cooled quinoa in a large bowl. Add cucumber and fresh herbs.
- 3
Whisk lemon juice and olive oil together in a small bowl.
- 4
Pour dressing over salad and toss gently until evenly coated.
- 5
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately or chill.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- knife
- spoon
- large mixing bowl
- small bowl
- whisk
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