Quinoa Tabouli Salad

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  • This easy-to-make, delicious quinoa salad is perfect for packing up and sending to school. The simple grain dish stays fresh all day long and keeps kids energized.

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Quinoa comes in different colors. Feel free to use
white, red, black or a mixture for a colorful and fun dish.

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Salad Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 1 small tomato, finely diced
  • 3 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint

Dressing Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small garlic clove, pressed or minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • A few grinds of freshly cracked black pepper

Preparation

  • In a medium bowl, combine quinoa, tomato, red onion, parsley and mint. Mix well.

  • Dressing: Thoroughly mix all dressing ingredients in a small bowl. Keep dressing and quinoa mixture separate until ready to serve.

  • Cover and chill until needed.

Yields About 2 Cups