Quick Organic Quinoa Salad Recipe: Healthy & Easy Diet Meal

Rinse 1 cup of quinoa thoroughly under cold water. In a medium pot, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all water is absorbed. Let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

While the quinoa cooks, wash and prepare the vegetables. Dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the red bell pepper, and finely chop the fresh parsley.

In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked and cooled quinoa, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, and chopped fresh parsley.

Drizzle the olive oil and lemon juice over the salad. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Gently toss all the ingredients until well combined and evenly coated with the dressing. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.