Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad
This fresh and flavorful Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad Oil-Free is a twist on the classic Middle Eastern parsley salad. It features protein-rich quinoa, fresh herbs, and a zesty lemon dressing for a light and satisfying meal. This salad is perfect for meal prepping and can be enjoyed on its own or served as a side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa cooked
- 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
- ½ cup chopped fresh mint
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ cup diced red onion
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- salt and pepper to taste
- optional: water for dressing
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chopped parsley, mint, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, cumin, salt, pepper, add water if needed.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
- Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature. Garnish with additional parsley or mint if desired.
Notes
Dietary Labeling: Vegan, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Whole Food Plant-Based
Nutritional Values (per serving):Calories: 200 | Protein: 6g | Carbs: 30g | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g Notes: Customize with Veggies: Feel free to add other diced vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, or radishes.
Protein Boost: For extra protein, add pine nuts, cooked chickpeas or lentils to the salad.
Meal Prep: This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, making it perfect for meal prep.
Nutrition
Calories: 200kcal
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