Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (170g) uncooked quinoa
  • 2 cups (475ml) water or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) salt
  • 1/2 cup (125g) smooth hummus
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small clove (3g) garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) warm water
  • 1 cup (150g) English cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup (150g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup (40g) red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup (75g) crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup (15g) fresh parsley, chopped
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Place quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold water for 30 seconds.
  2. Combine rinsed quinoa, water/broth, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover with the lid, and simmer for 15 minutes until the water is absorbed and the quinoa looks translucent.
  4. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff gently with a fork and set aside to cool slightly.
  5. In a small bowl or jar, add the hummus, lemon juice, olive oil, and minced garlic.
  6. Whisk vigorously until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
  7. Stir in warm water one tablespoon at a time until the dressing is pourable but still clings to the spoon.
  8. Assemble the bowls by layering the cooked quinoa, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, crumbled feta, and chopped parsley, then drizzle with the lemony hummus dressing.