Many people are looking to improve their health by eliminating wheat, corn, and/or dairy from their diets. I have been experimenting with recipes that are free of wheat, corn, and dairy for several years. I've created "Ideal Ingredients" to share not only what I have learned, but also to share a delicious and healthy way of eating!

Special Note: If you are also avoiding eggs, you may substitute the following for 1 egg in my baked goods recipes.
1 egg = 1/3 cup applesauce OR 1/4 cup mashed banana OR 1 T ground flaxseed + 3 T water

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Quinoa Salad with Cucumbers and Tomatoes



This is a refreshing salad that is easy to assemble and full of flavor. It is one of my favorites for an easy lunch or light supper.

Ingredients
1 cup quinoa
2 cups water

1/2 large cucumber, peeled and diced
1 tomato, diced
1 green onion, sliced
1 t cumin
1/2 t salt
1/4 pepper
1/4 c olive oil
1/4 cup vinegar

Directions
Place 2 cups of water and 1 cup of quinoa in a pan.  Cover and bring to a boil then lower the temperature to simmer for 15 minutes. Let cool. Add cucumbers, tomato, green onion, spices, olive oil and vinegar. Mix well and chill. Serve on a bed of spinach or your favorite dark green, leafy vegetable.
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  1. CaroleJune 1, 2012 at 7:14 PM

    I love this salad and make it often. You can also add any kind of bean, such as garbanzo. Other options are black olives, feta cheese. This is a standard, easy lunch at our house!

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