Prep time for this is determined by how quickly you can chop parsley and slice tomatoes. The lemon works well with the earthy flavor of the quinoa and the mildly bitter taste of parsley. Quinoa is a good source of fiber, iron, magnesium, and vitamin B2. Make sure you rinse the quinoa to get rid of the bitter saponins, which can interrupt the absorption of nutrients contained in this funny-looking grain.
Serves 4
Calories per serving: 278
1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed well
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 scallion, light and dark green parts only, thinly sliced
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
1½ cups sliced grape tomatoes
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Cook the quinoa according to the package directions. Set aside to cool.
In a bowl, mix together the remaining ingredients; stir them into the quinoa. Serve chilled or at room temperature.