Quinoa Salad

Photo: flickr user karenandbrademerson

Ingredients

cup Quinoa

3 cups Water

1 Green bell pepper, chopped

1 Red bell pepper, chopped

cup Scallion, chopped

cup Red onion, chopped

cup Dill, cilantro, or pars

1 Receipe Savory Salad Dressin or Freshly ground pepper to tst

Preparation

Rinse the quinoa well before cooking to remove its slightly bitter coat. Place the quinoa and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce the heat, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed. Combine the chopped vegetables in a bowl, including the fresh chopped herb of your choice. Mix well. Add the cooked quinoa. Toss gently and add dressing of your choice. Mix well. Add the cooked quinoa. Toss gently and add dressing of your choice.

Toss again and add pepper to taste. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.