1/2cupof cherry tomatoescut in half (omit if you are nightshade free)
1/2cupchopped parsley
1cupof chopped cucumberdouble the cucumber if you've omitted the tomatoes
1/2tsp.saltyou can adjust salt to taste
1/4cuplemon juice
1cloveof minced garlic
1/4cupolive oil
Instructions
Cook the quinoa:
Rinse 1 cup of uncooked quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer under cold running water for 2 minutes to remove the ‘soapy' outer layer
Add it to a pot along with 2 cups of cold water
Cover the pot and bring to a simmer on high heat, then reduce heat to the lowest setting and simmer covered for 15 minutes
Turn off heat and let sit covered for another 10 minutes
Remove cover, fluff gently with a fork, and let the quinoa cool while you prepare the other ingredients
Then:
Combine all of the ingredients in a serving bowl and gently mix
Chill for about an hour or until just cool (not cold)
Notes
Altogether it takes about 90 minutes to prepare quinoa tabouli, including cooling time.This recipe should serve 4. You'll want leftovers, I promise, so make extra!