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Mediterranean Quinoa Salad This quinoa salad has a hint of lemon and a healthy dose of fresh herbs. Save any leftovers to wrap up for an easy lunch. Makes 4 servings (1 cup) Prep Time: 40 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Ease of Preparation: Easy Ingredients 1 cup water 1/2 cup quinoa 1 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint 1/4 cup lemon juice 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 medium tomato, chopped 1 cup chopped cucumber Preparation 1. Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan. Stir in Quinoa and cook according to package directions. Fluff with a fork. Set aside. 2. Meanwhile, combine parsley, mint, lemon juice, oil, garlic, salt and pepper in a small bowl. 3. Stir the parsley mixture into the Quinoa along with tomato and cucumber. Serving Suggestion Serve on a mixed bed of greens or in a radicchio cup with a glass of crisp white wine. Nutritional Notes: per serving: calories 200; fat 12.4g (sat 1.5g, mono 7.5g, poly 1.5g); iron 2.6mg; cholesterol 0.0mg; calcium 50mg; carbohydrate 20g; sodium 92mg; protein 4g; fiber 2.3g Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin A: 30% daily value; vitamin C: 50 % dv; Calcium: 6% dv; Iron: 15% dv. | |||||||
