Quick Quinoa & Tofu Meal

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Servings:

Calories: 407kcal

Quinoa is a delicately flavoured, protein-rich grain. Rinsing removes any residue of saponin, quinoa's natural, bitter protective covering. Find it in natural-foods stores and the natural-foods sections of many supermarkets. It is easy to prepare and is a full meal in one dish! Prepare extra quinoa and serve it in a variety of dishes the next day!

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Ingredients

2 cups water
3/4 tsp salt divided
1 cup quinoa rinsed well
¼ cup lemon juice
3 Tbs extra-virgin olive oil
2 small cloves garlic minced
1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
1 cup prepared marinated tofu or package baked smoked tofu (6-8 oz.)
1 small yellow bell pepper diced
1 cup grape tomatoes halved
1 cup cucumber diced
½ cup chopped fresh parsley optional
½ cup slivered almonds toasted

Instructions

Bring 2 cups of water and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil in a medium saucepan.
Add 1 cup of well-rinsed quinoa, return to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until the water is fully absorbed (about 15 to 20 minutes).
Remove the quinoa from the heat and allow it to cool for a few minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup lemon juice, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 small minced cloves of garlic, the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper.
Add the cooled quinoa, 1 cup of the prepared marinated tofu (or 1 package of baked smoked tofu, cubed), 1 small diced yellow bell pepper, 1 cup of halved grape tomatoes, 1 cup of diced cucumber, and 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional) to the bowl with the dressing.
Toss the mixture well to combine.
Garnish with 1/2 cup of toasted slivered almonds. The meal can be served hot or cold.

Notes

Make Ahead Tip: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 day.

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