25 min
Prep Time
1 hr 25 min
Cook Time
Medium
Level
6
Servings

We love this quinoa tabbouleh on a hot summer day. Quinoa has a much nicer taste than bulgur and it's gluten-free so everyone can enjoy this Middle Eastern salad. The longer you let the tabbouleh sit, the better it tastes.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water

  • 1 cup quinoa

  • 1 pinch salt

  • ¼ cup olive oil

  • ½ teaspoon sea salt

  • ¼ cup lemon juice

  • 3 tomatoes, diced

  • 1 cucumber, diced

  • 2 bunches green onions, diced

  • 2 carrots, grated

  • 1 cup chopped fresh parsley

Method

  1. Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan; add quinoa and a pinch of salt. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Allow to cool to room temperature; fluff with a fork.

  2. Meanwhile, combine olive oil, sea salt, lemon juice, tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, carrots, and parsley in a large bowl; stir in cooled quinoa.