VEGAN QUINOA SALAD

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Toasting the grain before it simmers isn't essential, but it does add a pleasant nuttiness to the flavor of this vegan quinoa salad. Mix and match whatever fresh herbs and veggies you have on hand. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups quinoa, rinsed and well drained
3 cups water
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1/4 cup lemon juice
4 garlic cloves, minced
6 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
6 tablespoons minced fresh mint
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 mini cucumbers, sliced
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1/2 cup chopped red onion

Steps:

In a large saucepan, cook and stir quinoa over medium-high heat 3-5 minutes or until toasted. Add water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Transfer to a large bowl. Cool slightly. , In a small bowl, whisk oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, mint and salt. Add vegetables to quinoa; drizzle with dressing and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 449mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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