15 September, 2015
Fresh Herb Quinoa Salad
Fresh Herb Quinoa Salad
Serves: 2 mains or 4 sides
Ingredients:
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 1/3 cup fresh parsley, shredded
- 1/4 cup fresh coriander, shredded
- 2 spring onions, finely sliced
- 1/2 long red chilli, finely diced
- 1 tomato, finely diced
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
Method:
- Place the quinoa in a small saucepan with 1 3/4 cups of water and bring to the boil
- Add a pinch of salt and place the lid on the saucepan, reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes
- Remove from the heat but leave the lid on the saucepan for another 5 minutes then remove the lid then fluff up with a fork
- Set aside to cool for at least 15 minutes
- Shredded the herbs, finely slice the spring onions and finely dice the chilli and tomato
- Add the salad mix and quinoa together in a salad bowl
- Top with the lemon juice and olive oil, season to your liking and stir well
Recipe Notes:
- Store in an airtight container for the maximum of 5 days
- This recipe is not freezer friendly
Disclaimer: C4K Kitchen does not hold any responsibility for the consumer using this recipe including the storage guidelines and time frames recommended in the recipe notes. The consumer holds all responsibilities to ensure that food hygiene and safety standards are adhered to.