Quinoa and Fresh Herb Salad

Name: Quinoa and Fresh Herb Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa; 2 cups water; 1/2 cucumber, diced; 1 medium carrot, shredded; 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 lemon, juiced; Salt and pepper to taste

The creator of this recipe is a lifelong vegetarian with a passion for clean, healthy eating. After being diagnosed with histamine intolerance, she was determined to continue making delicious meals that aligned with her dietary needs. In her kitchen experiments, she discovered the benefits of quinoa. Combining this supergrain with fresh herbs and vegetables, she came up with this Quinoa and Fresh Herb Salad, a personal favorite and a hit among her friends and family.

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Servings1 Person

Why suitable for low histanmine diet

This Quinoa and Fresh Herb Salad is an excellent dish for a low histamine diet. Ingredients like quinoa, carrots, cucumber, fresh parsley, and cilantro are low in histamine. Avoiding the use of any high-histamine ingredients or liberators makes this salad safe for those with histamine intolerance.

Ingredients

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1 cup quinoa

2 cups water

1/2 cucumber, diced

1 medium carrot, shredded

1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped

1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 lemon, juiced

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

0Rinse the quinoa in cold water before cooking. This is to remove any bitterness.
1In a medium pot, bring water to a boil.
2Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
3Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. After that, fluff with a fork and allow to cool.
4In a large bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, cucumber, carrot, parsley, and cilantro.
5In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
6Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss until well mixed.

Tipps

Choose Organic

Using organic ingredients can help reduce the risk of histamine being present, as some pesticides may contain histamines.

Experiment with Herbs

Feel free to experiment with different combinations of herbs. You can try using fresh dill, mint, or basil for new flavors.

Ensure Quinoa is Cooked Well

Be sure that the quinoa is soft and fluffy before removing from heat. Cooking time may vary based on the brand or variety of quinoa you use.

Serve Chilled

This salad can also be served chilled. Just place it in the fridge for an hour or two before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories220
Protein8g
Carbs32g
Fat7g
Fiber5g

Remember that everyone's tolerance to histamine can be different, so it's important to pay attention to your body and adjust your diet accordingly. Always discuss dietary changes with a healthcare professional.

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