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Easy Healthy Cold Quinoa Salad Recipe with Cucumber

Healthy Cold Quinoa Salad with Cucumber

This Healthy Cold Quinoa Salad with Cucumber is a refreshing and vibrant dish that is quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for meal prep or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 1.75 cups water for cooking quinoa
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Large Bowl

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Step 2: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and the water is absorbed.
  3. Step 3: Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and allow it to cool.
  4. Step 4: In a large bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and chopped parsley.
  5. Step 5: Toss the ingredients together until well mixed. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for meal prep.

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make sure to rinse your quinoa well before cooking to remove any bitterness.