A vibrant, rich, and refreshing Quinoa Tabbouleh recipe that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. This dish is simple to prepare, healthy, and can be made ahead of time, making it an excellent choice for entertaining or a weeknight dinner.
1: Rinse quinoa under cold water.
2: Combine quinoa and water in a pot, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover until quinoa is fluffy, about 15 minutes.
3: In a large bowl, combine chopped parsley, mint, diced tomatoes, and diced cucumber.
4: In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
5: Fluff the cooked quinoa and allow it to cool, then mix it with the vegetable herbs.
6: Pour the dressing over the quinoa salad and toss to combine.