- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 2 servings
This hearty yet light vegetable-packed quinoa salad has layers of flavors and textures, all dressed with a simple herb and garlic-infused lemon vinaigrette.
Ingredient:
- 1-1/2 cups quinoa, rinsed and well drained
- 3 cups water
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
- 6 tablespoons minced fresh mint
- 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 mini cucumbers, sliced
- 1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
