QUINOA AND CUCUMBER SALAD
In search of ways to eat healthier, I came across this recipe in Everyday Food Jan/Feb edition. This recipe provides a complete protein meal, but knowing my DH meat will have to be served with it!
Provided by katie in the UP
Categories Grains
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a med saucepan, bring quinoa and 1 cup salted water to a boil.
- Reduce to a simmer; cover and cook until water has been absorbed and quinoa is tender, 11 to 13 minutes.
- Transfer to a med bowl, and cool to room temperature.
- To quinoa, add vinegar, oil, cucumber, scallions and parsley; season to taste with salt and pepper, toss to combine.
- This can be served both room temp or chilled.
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Rodriguez Familia
rf@gmail.comThis is the perfect salad for a light and healthy lunch or dinner.
Samsung M20
m20-samsung@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of quinoa, but this salad changed my mind. It's so flavorful and refreshing.
uzi Play
uzi@yahoo.comThis salad is a great make-ahead meal. I make it on Sunday and eat it for lunch all week. It's always fresh and delicious.
Tory shazad
s-tory49@yahoo.comI added some grilled chicken to this salad for a little extra protein. It was delicious!
Eijaz Khan
e_k0@gmail.comThe cucumber in this salad adds a nice crunch and freshness. It's the perfect way to balance out the richness of the quinoa and feta cheese.
chloe escalera
e-chloe@yahoo.comThis salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. I always have some quinoa on hand, so it's nice to have a recipe that I can use it in.
Maynor Lopes ramires
m_r55@hotmail.comI love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few simple ingredients, but they come together to create a really delicious and satisfying dish.
Suajan pokhrel
s.p@hotmail.comThis salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue. It's light and healthy, but still filling and satisfying.
Cat G.R
g-c@yahoo.comI made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this again.
Diozallen Sanchez
sanchez_d@gmail.comThis quinoa and cucumber salad was an absolute delight! It was so easy to make and refreshing to eat.