Spiced & Herbed Quinoa with Green Onions

By bobcat

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups vegetable stock or water
• 1/2 cup hothouse cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup tomato, diced
• 2 tablespoons red onion, diced
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• 1 teaspoon chopped jalapeno
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Preparation

Step 1

Combine the quinoa and the stock or water in a small pot and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to simmer and cover. Cook for 10-15 minutes or until the liquid has been absorbed. Let cool completely.

In a large bowl, combine the quinoa with the remaining ingredients. Toss to mix thoroughly. Serve chilled.