Lemon Herb Quinoa Salad
Fluffy quinoa tossed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a bright lemon dressing. Naturally vegetarian, naturally gluten-free, and ready in under 25 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 245
- Protein
- 7g
Ingredients
- 2 cups quinoa, cooked and cooled
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- ⅓ cup red onion, finely diced
- ½ cup fresh parsley and dill, chopped
- 1 whole lemon, juiced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- 1
If cooking quinoa fresh: bring 1 cup quinoa and 2 cups water to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes until fluffy. Fluff with a fork and cool.
- 2
Whisk lemon juice and olive oil together in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 3
Add cooled quinoa, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and herbs to a large bowl.
- 4
Pour dressing over salad and toss gently until everything is coated.
- 5
Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired. Serve immediately or chill.
Tools you’ll need
- medium pot with lid
- small bowl
- whisk
- large mixing bowl
- cutting board
- chef's knife
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