There are few things in this world quite as good as fresh tabbouleh or tabouli. The only thing better is, perhaps, a quinoa tabbouleh. That is absolutely perfect because then the tabbouleh is gluten-free and packed with protein. Would you please keep reading for my delicious, crispy red quinoa tabbouleh recipe?
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Making tabbouleh in my house is a double-edged sword. I spend half an hour chopping parsley, tomatoes, and onions with all the care of an artisan, and the bowl will be empty as soon as I set it down to be served! Who can blame my eldest boy? Nobody can resist a good tabbouleh…
When my 18-year old Andres Ignacio was 9 months old, I was making tabbouleh in my kitchen in Caracas, and he begged me with his eyes to serve him some. He absolutely loved it! He tasted it, savored every bit with so much joy and fruition that I still treasure that moment.
No, my then-only child ate my tabbouleh as if it were baby food. He didn’t care about how acidic the lemon juice was. He didn’t mind the various unknown textures of the ingredients. And 17 years later, this Middle Eastern salad is still a staple in my kitchen and, more importantly, something that Andy and I have in common.
If an 18-year old athlete loves tabbouleh, that only means I need to stock at least 8 portions. Even then, he could eat it all in one sitting! Or two. Growing boys, and especially young adults, are known for their voracious appetites.
The Quinoa Super Powers
But in addition, for a young athlete, this red quinoa taboule, which can also be prepared with white quinoa, has another charm—the protein it provides. One hundred grams of quinoa contain 16 grams of protein, and that is no small thing.
How to Make Red Quinoa Tabbouleh
To make this salad, you will need some cooking utensils and ingredients, including:
- Wooden cutting board
- Knives
- Salad spinner
- Mixing bowls
- Salad bowl
- Organic red quinoa
- Organic extra virgin olive oil
Red Quinoa Tabbouleh Recipe
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Red Quinoa Tabbouleh or Tabouli
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups of red quinoa cooked
- 4 cups of parsley leaves; washed dried, and finely chopped
- 2 cups of tomato finely diced
- 1/2 cup of red onion finely chopped
- 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice
- 1/3 cup of extra virgin olive oil
- Coarse sea salt
Instructions
- Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, and sea salt in a large bowl. Mix well until the vinaigrette forms.
- Combine the remaining ingredients in a large bowl and stir.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and mix well.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
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Just made this quinoa tabbouleh over the weekend with some grilled dishes. We loved it so much and can’t wait to make it again.
I’m glad you like it, Hayley.
Just made this quinoa tabbouleh over the weekend with some grilled dishes. We loved it so much and can’t wait to make again.
Yayyyyyyy! Thanks for letting me know, Hayley.
This was such a wonderful recipe! The entire family enjoyed it! I will definitely make it again! Have a great day!
Awwwww Thank you, Linn.
I had never had quinoa tabouleh, but I’ll definitely be making it this way from now on! The quinoa made it so satisfying and added a nice texture.
Thank you, Chenée.
What a great idea to add red quinoa to tabbouleh salad. I made this and I was as delicious as flavorful
Thank you, Linda.
This is such a terrific salad recipe for summer! I made it for a barbecue and cannot wait to make it again 🙂
Awwww thank you Heather!
This looks and sounds delicious! I love the use of red quinoa in this recipe.
Thank you Annie!
Yum, I loved this tabbouleh! It’s perfect to bring for my work lunches. I loved how easy to make it was and so flavorful!
Thank you Annaiah.
I loved this tabbouleh! It’s the perfect summertime recipe to bring for my work lunches. Definitely meal prepping these more often!
Yessss!
This salad is well worth the effort when it comes to work versus reward. It’s fantastic and so full of flavor.
Indeed! Thanks for stopping by, Sharon!
So tasty! Will surely make this again! Thanks a lot for this recipe, it’s really helpful!
Yessss! Thank you, Allyssa.
Taboule is one of my favorite salads. I enjoy the addition of the red quinoa. It is a very clever swap and so healthy too. I will be making this again and again!
Thank you Chef Adriana.
I absolutely LOVE tabbouleh, but have never made it at home. Can’t wait to give this a shot!
You will love this version, Rachel!
Wow, that looks really healthy! I would love to try that out
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Lovely
Thank you, my dear.
It’s amazing how some kids will eat anything but it is so great that your son loved the taste. I’ll have to try this with my lot.
You’ll love it!
This looks delicious and SO easy to make! It would be the perfect dish if your’e trying to make something for a bigger group (or for a teen boy that eats like a small group lol). I love quinoa, so I can’t wait to try this!
I got you! And quinoa is good for everybody!
I love tabbouleh especially in summer. Quinoa is another favourite!
I love tabbouleh at any time! Thanks for stopping by Lisa.
It really is a lot of chopping for such a small dish. But it’s so worth it. Love the look of yours.
I am vegetarian and I love to eat as well the green leafy veggies and quinoa. They are rich in minerals and antioxidants. They are also good to keep your cholesterol on track.
They are superfoods! I love green stuff and quinoa too!
Tabbouleh is a staple in our house, so appreciate this fresh take on it!
Me too, Sarina!
This is a salad that I would enjoy. I need to get the ingredients to make it.
Thank you Tara.
I haven’t tried Tabboulleh yet and it looks so delicious! Thanks for sharing your recipe.
This looks very healthy and easy to prepare! Recently, I was looking at recipes for various salads and healthy meals, and I found this! Thank you so much!
Oh yum, this looks SO good! I’ve not had tabbouleh in over a decade… time to remedy that!
I haven’t got neither of these and I can tell they are really taste by your review after your son tried it. I might try it soon.
This looks beautiful. I’ve never heard of red quinoa before but it really gives the dish a splash of colour!
This looks amazing. I will be making it for lunch tomorrow!
This looks so delicious! I love colorful bowls, because that means there’s a variety of nutrients in it. It’s so special that it’s a love you and you son share. Yum!
great recipe i’m so going to be trying this at home. thank you
I’ve never tried this recipe before but it looks like delicious and easy to prepare. You gave me a suggestion for the next days, thank you! – Paolo
This looks so healthy and filling! I love a great middle eastern dish!
We love quinoa, great recipe will give it a go next week, I always have white Quinoa in my cupboard, should still work?
Yesssssss!