Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked quinoa
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1 cup chopped cucumbers
- 1 cup chopped parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt + pepper, to taste (chili salt recommended)
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the cooked quinoa, chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, parsley, and fresh mint. Mix gently to incorporate all the fresh components evenly.
- Prepare Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined, creating a simple and tangy dressing.
- Toss Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss thoroughly to ensure every bite is well seasoned and flavors meld together.
- Serve: Serve the tabbouleh salad immediately for the freshest taste. Optionally, add your choice of protein such as chickpeas, grilled chicken, steak, or shrimp for a heartier dish.
- Enjoy: Enjoy this bright and healthy quinoa tabbouleh as a refreshing side or main course.
Notes
- Use chili salt if available to add a subtle spicy kick to the salad.
- Cook quinoa ahead of time and refrigerate to save preparation time.
- Tabbouleh tastes best when served fresh but can be chilled for up to a day.
- Feel free to customize by adding your preferred protein or extra veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Gluten Free
