Black Bean Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad
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5
6 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
162 kcal
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Course
Salad
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, American
Black Bean Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad
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Tabbouleh salad made with cucumbers, black beans, and quinoa. Then tossed in with a lemon oil dressing, salt, and pepper dressing.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 1 small English cucumber small chopped
- 1 can black beans rinsed and drained, 15 ounces
- 3-4 green onions chopped
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 2 Cups tomatoes chopped, 1 pint, cherry or grape
- 1 tsp. salt divided
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- parsley finely chopped, fresh, bunch
Instructions
- Thoroughly rinse the quinoa under cold running water.
- In a medium-sized saucepan over medium-low heat, add quinoa, water, and 1/2 tsp salt.
- Cover and bring to a boil; Once the quinoa starts to bubble reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes or until cooked through.
- Meanwhile, chop the veggies and set aside in a large bowl together with the rinsed beans.
- Once the quinoa has finished cooking, remove from the heat, and fluff with a fork.
- Let it sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to cool, add it to the bowl with the veggies.
- Next whisk lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to a mixing bowl. Pour the dressing and give a good stir until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Refrigerate for an hour before servings, to allow all the flavors to meld.
Notes
- Substitutes:
- Storage:
- Place leftovers in a container and store them in the fridge for up to 5 days. Serve cold when ready to eat. Do not freeze.
- Nutritional facts:
- Please keep in mind that the nutritional information is calculated using a nutrition facts calculator. It is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on the products used.
- Cucumber is optional. If you don't have any you may skip.
- Lime can be used in place of lemon
- Avocado Oil in place of Olive oil
- Minced cauliflower in place of quinoa for a low-carb option.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
162kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
23g
(8%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
245mg
(10%)
Potassium
306mg
(7%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
84IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
5mg
(6%)
Calcium
31mg
(3%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 162 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 162kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 245mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 306mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 84IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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