Peruvian Quinoa Salad
Servings: 6
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Preparation Time: Mins
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Ingredients
Item
Weight/Qty
- Quinoa 1 cup
- Water 2 cups
- Salt 1/2 tsp
- Cucumber 1/2
- Tomatoes 2
- Red onion 1/3 cup
- Bell pepper 1/2
- Queso fresco 3/4 cup
- Olive oil 1 tbsp
- Lime 1, juiced
- Cilantro 1/3 cup
- Avocado 1 optional
- Kalamata olives Optional
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What To Do
01
Toast the quinoa before simmering for deeper flavor.
02
Toast quinoa in a dry pot over medium heat for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
03
Add water and salt, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer about 15 minutes until cooked.
04
Cool the quinoa to room temperature.
05
Combine quinoa, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, queso fresco, and olive oil.
06
Add lime juice and salt to taste.
07
Garnish with cilantro, avocado, and olives if desired.
08
Serve.
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