Quinoa Cucumber and tomato salad

Quinoa is a very healthy seed that you should include in your diet. It is anti-oxidant, gluten-free, full of vitamins and minerals, high in protein content, great magnesium source and very high in fiber. In addition, it assists metabolism and help with weight loss.  Today I am going to share with you a simple quinoa salad made with a light and refreshing dressing. Hope you enjoy it!  

Ingredients

Dressing:

•    3 tbsp lemon juice

•    2 cloves of minced garlic

•    2 tbsp honey

•    1 tbsp pomegranate molasses

•    2 tbsp cup olive oil

•    Salt and pepper to taste

Salad:

•    1/2 cups cooked quinoa

•    1 ¼ cup of water

•    2 medium sliced cucumber  (quarters)

•    2 medium chopped tomatoes

•    ¼ cup of chopped parsley

Directions

1. Combine the quinoa with the water and bring to boil. Turn heat on low and cook semi-covered for 20 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Then let cool for 5 minutes.

2. Combine the lemon juice, garlic, honey, pomegranate molasses, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a small mixing bowl. Whisk in the olive oil until the dressing is combined.

3. In a large bowl, toss together the quinoa, cucumber slices, tomatoes and parsley.

4. Add the dressing when ready to serve and toss to combine.