Refreshing Quinoa Salad
12 servings
30 minutes
Refreshing quinoa salad is a light and nutritious dish from Turkish cuisine that values fresh vegetables and healthy grains. Quinoa, rich in protein and with a mild nutty flavor, pairs with crunchy cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic red onions for a harmony of textures. Pine nuts add a delicate creaminess, while lemon juice and zest provide refreshing acidity. Dressed with olive oil and garnished with chopped parsley, this salad is perfect as a standalone dish or as a side for meat and fish. Its vibrant colors and rich flavor make it an excellent choice for summer lunches and light dinners.
1
Bring 2 liters of salted water to a boil. Add quinoa, cover with a lid, and reduce the heat to medium. Cook for 12-14 minutes until the quinoa is tender and 'tails' appear on the grains.
- Quinoa: 1.5 glass
2
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Spread the pine nuts on a baking sheet and roast for 3-4 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool and transfer to a large serving bowl.
- Pine nuts: 150 g
3
Drain the water from the pot with quinoa, rinse the grains with cold water. Drain the water. Transfer the quinoa to a bowl with pine nuts, add cucumber, tomatoes, onion, and parsley.
- Quinoa: 1.5 glass
- Pine nuts: 150 g
- Cucumbers: 2 pieces
- Tomatoes: 3 pieces
- Red onion: 120 g
- Chopped parsley: 35 g
4
Add oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Olive oil: 0.3 glass
- Lemon juice: 3 tablespoons
- Grated lemon zest: 2 teaspoons
