Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
303 kcal
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad Recipe
Description
Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad offers a refreshing alternative to classic tabbouleh by substituting bulgur with cooked quinoa. The recipe highlights fresh herbs like Italian parsley mixed with diced cherry tomatoes and finely chopped onions for a balanced aromatic base. Pomegranate seeds add bursts of sweetness alongside the earthy quinoa. The dressing combines tart lemon juice and the rich sweetness of pomegranate molasses with olive oil to coat the ingredients evenly.
The resulting salad has a pleasant acidity balanced by natural sweetness, with a mix of textures from crunchy vegetables and tender quinoa grains. It's versatile enough to be served alongside grilled meats or enjoyed on its own as a nutritious dish.
Parsley type can be switched between flat (Italian) or curly based on availability. Sweet cherry tomatoes are recommended for best flavor, and purple or white onion may be used according to preference or color contrast.
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Italian parsley or Curly, chopped
- 1 Cup quinoa cooked
- 2 Cups cherry tomato ~ 1 Pint, chopped
- 1/2 Cup green onion I use one bunch, chopped
- 1/2 small onion Chopped very small, purple; or white works
- 1 Cup pomegranate seeds about 1 pomegranate
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 Large lemon Juiced
- 4 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl add, 2 Cups Chopped Italian Parsley, 1/2 Cup Chopped Green Onion, 2 Cups Chopped Cherry Tomatoes, and 1/2 Small Purple Onion (or White works).
- Add in the 1 Cup Pomegranate Seeds and 1 Cup Cooked Quinoa
- Add Salt and Pepper to taste, 1 Large Lemon (juiced), 4 tablespoons Pomegranate Molasses, and 3 tablespoons Olive Oil.
- Mix well until combined. Serve and enjoy.
Notes
- Either flat (Italian) or curly parsley can be used based on preference or what you have available.
- Sweet cherry tomatoes enhance the salad's flavor better than regular vine tomatoes.
- Either purple or white onion works; a small onion suits 4-6 servings, larger quantities benefit from a medium onion.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 303 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 303kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 44g | 15% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 77mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 765mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
| Vitamin A | 730IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 54.5mg | 61% |
| Calcium | 182mg | 18% |
| Iron | 4.5mg | 25% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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