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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This is a salad with quinoa. It is a grain that is similar to rice and couscous and is available in most health food stores. Ingredients:
1 1/3 cups quinoa, rinsed |
1 1/2 cups water |
2 kumquats - seeded and chopped |
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro |
1/4 cup olive oil |
2 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice |
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt |
1 bosc pear - peeled, cored and chopped |
1 cucumber - peeled, seeded and chopped |
1 cup trimmed and coarsely chopped watercress |
Directions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and water and bring to a boil. Simmer over low heat stirring often, until tender, about 12 minutes. Drain and cool completely.
2. In a small bowl, combine the kumquats, cilantro, olive oil, lemon juice and salt. Allow to steep for 5 minutes.
3. In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, pear and cucumber. Add the dressing and toss well. Add the watercress and toss again and serve.
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