QUINOA, CUCUMBER AND CURRANT SALAD

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Quinoa has an unique crunchiness that makes it great in a salad. This is healthy and tastes great. This recipe is from the cookbook Monday to Friday by Michele Urvater.

Provided by mary winecoff

Categories     Grains

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup quinoa
4 cups water
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or 3 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar
2 -3 drops Tabasco sauce (optional)
1/2 cup currants or 1/2 cup raisins
2 cucumbers
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Rinse quinoa well under running water and drain.
  • Bring water to a boil in a medium size saucepan over medium heat. Add the quinoa and simmer uncovered until tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, mix the oil, vinegar and Tabasco if using in a serving bowl. Add the currants. Peel, seed and cut the cucumbers into small dice and add them to the bowl.
  • When the quinoa is tender, drain it well and add to bowl. Toss all ingredients together while the grain is still warm. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve at room temperature or chilled.

Ankesh Solankizz
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


Ambrose Keroos
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This salad is a great healthy option for a quick and easy lunch.


Chibueze Destiny
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I'm not a huge fan of cucumber, but this salad was still delicious.


Bridget Earl
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa and vegetables.


prakash s
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I love the pop of color that the currants add to this salad.


Hang Limbu
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This salad is a great way to sneak some extra veggies into your diet.


RAPTOR-_- 2077
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I've never made quinoa before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. I'm definitely going to make it again.


Rs Ridoy khan
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue.


Inviolata Godfrey
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's a healthy and delicious way to use up leftover quinoa.


Ohidul Islam
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat healthy. My kids love the sweet currants and crunchy cucumbers.


Zahid Lucas Bonilla
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I've added different vegetables and fruits to it, depending on what I have on hand.


Swopna khadka
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I like to make it on the weekend and then eat it for lunch throughout the week.


Leo Roth
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover quinoa.


Grace Bongisiwe
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Ali mahamuud Hussein
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I'm not a big fan of quinoa, but this salad changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious!


Uyaimong Marma
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This salad is so easy to make! I had it ready in less than 30 minutes.


Cheyech Scolastica
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I love the combination of quinoa, cucumber, and currants in this salad. It's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.


Ranjit King
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This quinoa salad is a refreshing and healthy meal, perfect for a light lunch or dinner.