Cucumber Mint Quinoa Salad |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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The flavor of fresh mint in this crisp salad makes it a great partner to any summer meal. Based on recipe from 365 Quinoa Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups water |
3/4 cup quinoa |
1 english cucumber, diced |
1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped |
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped |
1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped |
2 cloves garlic, minced |
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice |
1/4 cup olive oil |
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar |
1/4 tsp sea salt |
ground black pepper to taste |
Directions:
1. Bring the water and quinoa to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 10 minutes. Turn the heat off and leave the covered saucepan on the burner for an additional 4 minutes. Remove the lid and fluff with a fork. Set aside to cool.
2. Combine the cooked quinoa, cucumber, onion, parsley and mint in a medium bowl.
3. Whisk the garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Pour the vinegar mixture over the vegetable mixture and toss until well combined. Serve immediately.
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