?The amount of water you need to cook quinoa varies, so check package instructions for best results. For a twist, top the salad with toasted slivered almonds.
- Portion size 6 servings
- Credits : Canadian Living Magazine
Ingredients
Method
In saucepan, bring quinoa, half of the salt and 2 cups water to boil over high heat; reduce heat, cover and simmer until no liquid remains and quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes. Let cool.In large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, oil, tahini, warm water, garlic, cumin, pepper and remaining salt. Stir in quinoa, tomatoes, cucumber, lentils, parsley, mint and green onions, tossing to coat. (Make-ahead: Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.)
Nutritional facts Per serving: about
- Sodium 291 mg
- Protein 9 g
- Calories 300.0
- Total fat 16 g
- Potassium 581 mg
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Saturated fat 2 g
- Total carbohydrate 32 g
%RDI
- Iron 43.0
- Folate 48.0
- Calcium 9.0
- Vitamin A 12.0
- Vitamin C 33.0
