Minty Egyptian Tabbouleh with Quinoa and Pomegranate

Name: Minty Egyptian Tabbouleh with Quinoa and Pomegranate
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Salad
Ingredients: Quinoa; Water; Salt; Cucumber; Cherry Tomatoes; Red Onion; Parsley; Mint; Olive Oil; Lemon Juice; Garlic; Salt & Pepper; Pomegranate Seeds; Lemon Wedges

A Refreshing Middle Eastern Salad with a Quinoa Twist

This vibrant tabbouleh features quinoa, fresh herbs, and juicy pomegranate seeds, creating a healthy and flavorful salad for any occasion.

45 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

For the Quinoa

Quinoa

1 cup, rinsed and drained

Water

2 cups

Salt

Pinch

For the Salad Base

Cucumber

1/2, diced

Cherry Tomatoes

1 cup, halved

Red Onion

1/2, finely chopped

Parsley

1 cup fresh, finely chopped

Mint

1/2 cup fresh, finely chopped

For the Dressing

Olive Oil

3 tablespoons

Lemon Juice

Juice of 1 lemon

Garlic

1 clove, minced

Salt & Pepper

To taste

For the Garnish

Pomegranate Seeds

1/2 cup

Lemon Wedges

For serving

Preparation

Cooking the Quinoa

Combine Ingredients

Combine rinsed quinoa, water, and salt in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.

Rinse the quinoa thoroughly to remove any bitterness before cooking.

Simmer Quinoa

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until water is absorbed.

Rest and Fluff

Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Allow to cool.

Preparing the Salad Base

Mix Vegetables

In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and mint.

Prepare the salad base while the quinoa is cooking to save time.

Add Quinoa

Once the quinoa has cooled, add it to the vegetable mixture.

Ensure quinoa is completely cooled before adding to avoid wilting the herbs.

Toss Salad

Toss gently to combine.

Cooking Process

Quinoa Cooking

Simmer the quinoa gently to ensure it's fluffy and not mushy.

Dressing Preparation

Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Assembly

Pour the dressing over the tabbouleh and toss it all together.

Plating & Serving