Quinoa Tabbouleh with Pine Nuts
(from transcendent’s recipe box)
Source: http://blog.vegkitchen.com/2006/08/
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Serves 4 people
Categories: quick, quinoa, vegan, vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups quinoa, rinsed in a fine sieve
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
- 2 shallots, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, minced
- 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
- 1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted on a dry skillet
Directions
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Combine the quinoa with 2 1/2 cups water in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer, then lower the heat. Cover and simmer gently for 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed.
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Transfer the quinoa to a serving container and allow to cool until room temperature.
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Add the remaining ingredients and toss gently until well combined. Serve at room temperature.