QUINOA SALAD WITH CUCUMBER

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Quinoa with parsley and cucumber forms a fresh take on tabbouleh in this healthy salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups water
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
Coarse salt
1 small shallot, finely chopped
3 tablespoons champagne vinegar
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small English cucumber, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise (1 cup)
3/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Bring water, quinoa, and 1 teaspoon salt to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce heat; cover, and simmer until tender and water has been absorbed, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a baking sheet, and let cool on a wire rack.
  • Combine shallot, vinegar, and red-pepper flakes in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil until emulsified.
  • Transfer quinoa to a large bowl, and stir in cucumber, parsley, and vinaigrette. Season with salt.

Joshim Shekh
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This salad is way too expensive to make. I can't justify spending that much money on a salad.


Sudaisi Sekabira
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I followed the recipe exactly and the quinoa turned out mushy. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


sherien mohamed
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This salad is a bit bland for my taste. I would add some more seasoning next time.


Shovo
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I'm not a fan of cucumber, but I still enjoyed this salad. The dressing is really good.


AYA Gaming A G
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa.


Naqash Abbasi
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I'm always looking for new quinoa recipes and this one is a keeper. So simple and delicious.


Brooklyn Rouse
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Lwandle Mabuza
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This salad is so refreshing and healthy. Perfect for a summer lunch.


Djeric Fix
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Loved this recipe! It's now a staple in my weekly meal prep.


Saimon Shakib
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This salad was easy to make and very tasty. I would definitely make it again.


akhlaq ahmed
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I'm not a huge fan of quinoa, but I thought this salad was really good. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the cucumber and red onion added a nice crunch.


Savannah W
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This was a great recipe! The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the dressing was delicious. I especially liked the addition of the cucumber and red onion, which gave the salad a nice crunch.


Marissa Freeman
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and healthy. I also like that it's easy to make and can be tailored to my own preferences. For example, I sometimes add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.


Calvin Howerton
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This quinoa salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The cucumber and red onion added a nice crunch, and the dressing was light and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.