Non-Traditional Tabbouleh

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa

  • 4 tomatoes, washed & diced 

  • 4 green onions, washed & chopped

  • 1 English cucumber, washed & finely chopped 

  • 1 (14.5 oz.) chickpeas, drained & rinsed 

  • ½ cup feta cheese

  • ½ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped

  • 1 bunch flat leaf parsley, chopped

    Dressing

  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

  • ¼ cup lemon juice

  • 1 clove garlic

  • ½ teaspoon pepper 

Directions
  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Cook quinoa according to directions.
  3. Combine cooked quinoa, vegetables, herbs, and cheese in a large bowl.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, garlic, and pepper. Slowly add oil while mixing.
  5. Combine oil mixture with quinoa blend. Refrigerate covered 30 minutes before serving for best flavor. 

Store in an air tight container and refrigerate up to five days.

 

Total Time
50 min
Prep Time
45 min
Servings
12
Nutrition Facts

calories: 150 

Fat: 9 grams 

Saturated Fat: 2.5 grams 

Sodium: 140 milligrams 

Carbohydrates: 14 grams 

Fiber: 4 grams 

Added sugar: 0 grams 

Protein: 5 grams