QUINOA AND VEGETABLE TABOULI SALAD

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As I venture more into vegan eating, I'm starting to use more quinoa and love the uniqueness of it! Here is a pretty and delicious salad, I hope you enjoy it. Adapted from The Vegan Chef.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Grains

Time 35m

Yield 7 cups

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 cups water
1 tea bag mint tea
1 1/2 cups quinoa, rinsed
1/3 cup lemon juice
1/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
2 cups cucumbers, peeled, deseeded, and diced
2 cups tomatoes, deseeded, and diced
1 1/2 cups green peppers, destemmed, deseeded, and diced
3/4 cup green onion, thinly sliced
3/4 cup radish, quartered lengthwise, and thinly sliced
1/2 cup roasted sunflower seeds
1/3 cup black olives, sliced
1/3 cup freshly chopped parsley
1/4 cup freshly chopped mint

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring the water and tea bag to a boil. Add the quinoa, cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes. Drain off any of the remaining water from the quinoa and discard the tea bag. Transfer the cooked quinoa to a bowl and set aside to cool.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Italian herb blend, salt, garlic powder, lemon pepper, and black pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the cooled quinoa and toss gently to combine.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and toss gently to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings, as needed.
  • Cover and chill for 30-60 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
  • Enjoy!

Glory Aikpitayi
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Abrarkk Abrarkk
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I love this salad. It's so satisfying and flavorful.


Christina Reyes
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This salad is so healthy and delicious. I feel good about eating it.


Feroz Arifa
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit with my guests.


Martin Howell
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. It's even better the next day.


Md Sobuj Sorkar
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I'm not a huge fan of tabouli, but this salad changed my mind. It's so fresh and flavorful.


Azhar Hayyat
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. I always have some on hand and it's so nice to have a quick and easy recipe to use it in.


Rakib 120bd
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The quinoa, vegetables, and dressing all come together perfectly.


Muzmil Zafer
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I've already made it twice this week!


Lyndsey Pifer
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I'm always looking for new and healthy salad recipes. This one is definitely a keeper!


Sriee Ochintro
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Arif Atif
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


GodlyCharizard_
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner.


Govenda Jan
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I'm not usually a fan of quinoa, but I loved it in this salad. It was the perfect addition.


Claire Miller
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This is my new favorite salad! It's so flavorful and healthy.


Habib Lipe
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It held up well in the heat and everyone loved it.


Ashi Ashi
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This tabouli salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Marlie Banks
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's light and refreshing, yet still filling.


Lyneshia Yancy
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This tabouli salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of quinoa and vegetables made it a hearty and flavorful dish.