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Quinoa Cucumber Salad

We love this healthy Quinoa Cucumber Salad! It's vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and oh so delicious!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
28 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 163 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • ½ cup dry quinoa (rinsed)
  • ¾ cup water
  • ⅛ tsp dried oregano
  • ⅛ tsp paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1-2 cups chopped parsley
  • 1/4-1/2 cup chopped green onion to taste
  • 1 English cucumber (peeled and seeded)
  • 2 TBSP olive oil
  • 1-2 TBSP red wine vinegar
  • Juice of 2 limes

Instructions

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  1. Cook up a small pot of quinoa in water per package directions or feel free to use this photo tutorial to get you started! This should take about 13 minutes.
  2. Once your quinoa is fluffy and ready, season with oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper to taste and allow quinoa to cool to room temperature.
  3. Add parsley, green onion, cucumber.
  4. Whisk together oil, vinegar, and lime juice, add to the mixture and toss to coat, evenly distributing the ingredients.
  5. Feel free to adjust seasoning and ingredients to taste, adding more of your favorites or any of the optional extras from the ingredients above.
  6. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes to let flavors mingle. May be enjoyed room temperature or chilled. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Recipe yields about 2.5-3 cups of tabbouleh.
  • Chopped fresh mint leaves would be awesome in this! I didn't have any handy but I'm planning on growing a little pot of mint on my porch so I never run out again! YUM!
  • Also, feel free to change up the onion, add some yummy minced garlic to the mix, and even toss in some fresh ripe tomatoes for a burst of color and flavor.
  • Nutrition Facts below are estimated using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Calories 163kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 19g (6%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 15mg (1%) Potassium 343mg (10%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 1440IU (29%) Vitamin C 27mg (30%) Calcium 47mg (5%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 163

% Daily Value*

Calories 163kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 19g 6%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 15mg 1%
Potassium 343mg 7%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 1440IU 29%
Vitamin C 27mg 30%
Calcium 47mg 5%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.