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Quinoa Tabouleh

1-2 Servings

Ingredients:

1 c quinoa

2 cucumbers, diced

2 tomatoes, chopped

1 red onion, finely diced

4 green onions, chopped

1 bunch parsley, chopped

Juice of 1 lemon

1-2 Tb avocado or MCT oil

salt & pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. Bring 2 c water to a boil in a small pot.
  2. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover & simmer until water is absorbed (about 10 minutes).
  3. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  4. Place tomatoes into a bowl with quinoa, parsley, onion, green onions, and cucumber.
  5. Toss well to mix. Add lemon juice, oil, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve immediately, or let stand for 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.