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Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad

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Fresh and nutritious quinoa tabbouleh salad made in the glass Anyday dish, featuring fluffy quinoa, chopped herbs, tomatoes, cucumbers, and a light lemon vinaigrette. This quick and easy microwave recipe delivers a delicious and healthy salad, perfect for a refreshing side dish or light meal.
Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad
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Prep Time

8 mins

Cook Time

10 mins
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This protein-packed version of a Mediterranean classic uses quinoa instead of the traditional bulgur. Seasoned with refreshing mint and parsley, it’s a light yet filling side dish — though just as hearty on its own, too.

All of Anyday’s recipes are tested (and retested!) in many different microwave and home kitchens to make sure they work— and work well. Unless specified otherwise, all recipes should be cooked at full power.

Rice & Grains, Vegetables, Cherry Tomatoes, Gluten-free, Vegan, Mediterranean, Deep Dish, Quinoa, whole Rice & Grains, Vegetables

What You’ll Need

What You’ll Need

The Medium Deep Dish

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Dish

The Medium Deep Dish

Ingredients

For the quinoa

  • ½ cup (90g) quinoa
  • ¾ cup (180ml) water
  • 1 clove of garlic, minced

Toppings

  • 1 cup (70g) parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon mint, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup (90g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Preparation

  1. Place the quinoa in an Anyday dish and rinse thoroughly under cold tap water. Using the Anyday Strainer, strain the excess water.
  2. After straining, add the water, and garlic into the Anyday dish and mix to combine. Cover with the lid (knob lifted).
  3. Cook uncovered in the microwave at Power Level 8tooltip for 10 minutes, or until the quinoa has absorbed most of the liquid. Rest covered for 2 minutes.
  4. Strain any excess liquid. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  5. Mix in the remaining ingredients and enjoy slightly warm or cold.

Serving suggestions & tips

  • Add fire-roasted corn kernels for extra bursts of flavor.
  • Cook the quinoa with some currants for extra flavor.
  • Try adding toasted almonds, cashews, or pistachios for some crunch.

Recipe notes

  • Adjust the power level by 1 as needed — increase if it’s taking longer than expected, or decrease if it’s bubbling over.
  • Red or white quinoa also works in place of the heirloom version, though red will hold its shape better.
  • Microwave ovens vary, even with the same wattages. Adjust cooking times as needed.