QUINOA TABBOULEH

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When my mom and sister developed several food allergies, we had to modify many recipes. I substituted quinoa for couscous in this tabbouleh. Now we make quinoa tabbouleh all the time! -Jennifer Klann, Corbett, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

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Ingredients

2 cups water
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 small cucumber, peeled and chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed, 12-15 minutes. Remove from the heat; fluff with a fork. Transfer to a bowl; cool completely., Add the beans, cucumber, red pepper and parsley. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients; drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 255mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges