Classic Quinoa Bowl
A simple and nutritious quinoa bowl with fresh vegetables and a lemon dressing.
10 mins
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
2
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions
Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water to remove any bitterness.
In a medium saucepan, bring the water or vegetable broth to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.
Remove the quinoa from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Then fluff with a fork.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced cucumber, sliced avocado, chopped red onion, and fresh parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss gently to combine. Serve warm or chilled.
Chef's Tips
- Rinsing Quinoa: Always rinse quinoa before cooking to remove its natural coating, which can taste bitter.
- Fluffing: Let the quinoa sit for a few minutes after cooking, then fluff with a fork to prevent clumping.
- Variations: Add roasted vegetables, nuts, or feta cheese for extra flavor and texture.
- Storage: Store leftover quinoa in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Broth Tip: Cooking quinoa in vegetable or chicken broth adds extra flavor compared to water.
