Mediterranean Quinoa with Pistachios

Nuts not only bring diverse flavors and crunchy textures to dishes, but they also have powerful health benefits. Nuts are rich in unsaturated fats, fiber, vitamin E and other vitamins and minerals. Incorporating nuts into an overall nutritious way of eating can help protect our heart health.

Serves 8

Rinse ¾ cup uncooked quinoa under water in a fine mesh sieve. Combine quinoa and 1 ½ cups water in a pot over high heat. Bring to a boil and then reduce to medium-low heat. Simmer until water is absorbed in about 20 minutes. In a large bowl, mix ⅓ cup unsalted pistachios, ⅓ cup chopped flat parsley leaves, 1 cup halved grape tomatoes, 1 chopped cucumber and ¼ cup chopped scallions. Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork and add it to the bowl. Dress with the juice of 2 lemons and ¼ cup olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with our Kalamata Olive Hummus.