Quinoa Tabbouleh

From Kristi's Kitchen

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Ingredients:

1 c. dry quinoa

2 c. filtered water (Beyond Organic Reign is best)

1 + 1/2 tsp. sea salt, divided

1-2 green onion, chopped

2 large garlic cloves, minced

1 medium cucumber; peeled, seeded and small diced

2 Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced

3-4 tbsp, chopped fresh mint

1 medium organic lemon, zested and juiced

1/4 c. olive oil

Directions:

-Place quinoa, water and 1 tsp. salt in a sauce pot

-Bring to a boil

-Reduce heat to medium low

-Simmer for 20-30 minutes -until quinoa has bloomed and all water is absorbed

-Remove from heat and bring to room temperature

-Combine all ingredients -adjust seasoning -adding the remaining 1/2 tsp. sea salt to taste

-Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving (it gets better with age)

Serve along side "Gyro Meat with Tzatziki Slaw" OR "Simply Delicious Hummus"