Quinoa Summer Salad

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1 cup diced cucumber
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup diced red onion
• 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped mint
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, parsley, and mint.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
4. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Quinoa is a complete protein, meaning it contains all 9 essential amino acids.
• Cucumbers are 95% water, making them a great way to stay hydrated.
• Tomatoes are a great source of lycopene, an antioxidant that has been linked to cancer prevention.
• Parsley is a good source of vitamin K, which is important for bone health.
• Mint is known for its digestive properties and has been used for centuries to aid in digestion.