Aussie Sunrise Quinoa Salad

Allergens

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Ingredients

• 1 cup uncooked quinoa 2 cups water 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup cucumber, diced 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped 1/4 cup lemon juice 2 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is cooked and the water has been absorbed. Remove from heat and let it cool.
2. In a large bowl, mix together cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint. Add in the cooled quinoa and toss to combine.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pour over the quinoa mixture and toss well to coat.
4. Serve chilled, garnished with additional fresh herbs if desired.

Chef’s Insight

Experiment with different herbs and vegetables to create your own unique twist on this classic dish.

Notes

Feel free to add additional ingredients like avocado or grilled chicken for a heartier meal option.