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A bright bowl of quinoa salad with golden raisins, diced cucumbers, and fresh parsley on a light wooden table.

Quinoa Salad with Raisins

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dry quinoa
  • 2 cups wate r
  • 1/2 cup golden raisins
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup cucumber , diced
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon sal t
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Rinse quinoa thoroughly in a fine-mesh sieve under cold running water.
  2. Combine quinoa and water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is fully absorbed.
  4. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and cool to room temperature.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Add the cooled quinoa, raisins, parsley, red onion, and cucumber to the bowl.
  7. Toss the ingredients until evenly distributed and coated with the dressing.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes before serving for optimal flavor development.