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Cucumber and Tomato Quinoa Salad

August 9, 2012 By Jennifer @ PB and P Design 23 Comments

Hi Everyone,

Hmm, it seems this week I am into quick dishes, hope you don’t mind, but I have another one for you today.

This is my Cucumber and Tomato Quinoa Salad.  I really enjoyed this salad.  It’ so light, full of flavor and has two veggies that I think go hand in hand together, cucumber and tomato.  I just love it!   I made this for my Husband and I, but my Husband refused to eat, which is fine by me, more for me to eat!  See Quinoa scares him.  I didn’t know a grain can scare someone, but I guess it can.  He says it looks like fish eggs and he can’t eat that.  I asked him to try it but he refused.  When I made my Spanish Quinoa a couple of months ago, he took the tiniest, tiniest bite ever and he said ick!   I thought he was crazy, and I still do!!


Just about every Sunday I like to make a big batch of quinoa to use throughout the week.  This may sound odd, but I like to sub it for my oatmeal in my breakfast parfait jar.  It’s really good in it, you should try it!  I decided since I already had it made, that adding some cucumbers and tomatoes to it with a little balsamic dressing would make for a tasty side dish.  Boy was I right!  The quinoa really absorbed the flavors of the dressing.  Whats even better is that it tasted even fantastic the next day!  I had it for lunch and I was so surprised how it never got soggy!  The quinoa held up well.  If you make this, you must make enough leftovers for the next day, I’m telling you that I think I liked it better on day two!

Cucumber and Tomato Quinoa Salad
 
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Prep time
5 mins
Total time
5 mins
 
A light an simple quinoa salad made with cucumbers and tomatoes.
Serves: 2 Heaping Cups
Ingredients
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced small
  • 1 cup tomato, diced small
  • 1 cup quinoa, cooked
  • 1 tbsp.parsley, fresh, sliced small
  • 1 tbsp. basil, fresh, sliced small
  • 1 tbsp. balsamic dressing (your favorite kind)
  • salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a bowl add cucumber and tomato and gently stir in quinoa.
  2. Add basil and parsley and stir in balsamic dressing. Add salt & pepper to taste.
Notes
Calorie per serving: 123.8, Fat: 1.8, Sodium: 48, Potassium: 190, Carbs: 23.9, Fiber: 2.8, Sugar: 3.7, Protein: 4.5
Nutrition Information
Serving size: 1 Cup
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For the Quinoa, I used Trader Joe’s Tri-color Quinoa.  I thought the colors in it were pretty and it seemed a smidge more healthier then the plain.   So glad I discovered quinoa this year because I really love it.  It’s so healthy and there is so much you can make with it.  I can’t wait to see what other things I can make with it.  Do you have a quinoa recipe you want to share?  If so post your link in the comment section below.

I’ll see you tomorrow, have a great day!

Toodles,

Jen

Filed Under: Salad and Soups, Vegetarian and Side Dishes Tagged With: cucumber, Quinoa, salad, Tomatoes, vegan, vegetables

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  1. Joanne says

    August 9, 2012 at 3:43 AM

    What a great salad! It sounds uber refreshing and I love that it’s protein-filled from the quinoa!

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      August 9, 2012 at 5:57 AM

      I am really loving quinoa these days!! I just wish my Husband did!

      Reply
  2. Savory Simple says

    August 9, 2012 at 5:03 AM

    I love how healthy this is!

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      August 9, 2012 at 5:56 AM

      Thanks! Me too! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Kaitlyn Noone says

    August 9, 2012 at 6:10 AM

    You said you’ve had it as a side dish? I wonder what it would be like if you added some sort of protein like shrimp, chicken or tuna…

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      August 9, 2012 at 6:19 AM

      Ohhh, adding chicken or shrimp in it would taste amazing, Great idea!!!

      Reply
  4. claire (@realnutritioncg) says

    August 9, 2012 at 7:17 AM

    sooo perfect for summer!!

    Reply
  5. ted says

    August 9, 2012 at 10:14 AM

    What’s the uncooked amount of quinoa, 1/2c?

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      August 9, 2012 at 4:40 PM

      Hi Ted! Yes 1/2 cup uncooked makes about 1 cup cooked.

      Reply
  6. Samantha says

    August 9, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    I’ve tried several new things so far this year, but I have to agree with your husband on this one. I just can’t bring myself to try it either.

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      August 9, 2012 at 4:40 PM

      I’ve tried several grains this year and I didn’t find to many I liked, but I do like quinoa. It’s kind of a chewy type rice to me. It absorbs flavors pretty good.

      Reply
  7. Laura says

    August 9, 2012 at 7:03 PM

    What a perfect Summer Salad. Cucumbers are so refreshing and are a nice contrast to quinoa. Thanks for another great recipe friend!

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      August 10, 2012 at 11:17 AM

      Thank you Laura! Have a wonderful weekend!!

      Reply
  8. serenainmanhattan says

    August 13, 2012 at 7:47 AM

    Great take on a traditional Tabbouleh salad! Check out my video on cooking quinoa here http://serenapalumbo.com/blog/?p=1070
    Ciao 🙂

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      August 13, 2012 at 4:57 PM

      Thank you!

      Reply
  9. Peggy says

    August 13, 2012 at 11:57 AM

    This salad looks so light and refreshing! I’m definitely a fan of quinoa, and I happen to have tomatoes and cukes growing in my garden – so it’s perfect!

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      August 13, 2012 at 4:57 PM

      It’s such a nice light salad. If you make it, save some for the next day, the flavor is even better!

      Reply
  10. Amee Beck Livingston says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:46 PM

    This looks amazing Jennifer! I love quinoa salads!!

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      August 15, 2012 at 8:37 PM

      Thanks Amee!! I am so loving quinoa right now!!

      Reply
  11. Lorri says

    August 15, 2013 at 12:00 PM

    I just made this for lunch. I used Champagne Vinegar in place of Balsamic Vinegar. This recipe is yummy and light! 🙂

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      August 15, 2013 at 4:35 PM

      Ohhh, the champagne vinegar sounds amazing with this dish. So glad you liked it!

      Reply

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