Lemony Quinoa Salad with Pine Nuts and Olives

• FAST
• HEALTHY
• VEGETARIAN

Ingredients

1. 1/2 cup water
2. 1/4 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
3. 2 teaspoons pine nuts
4. 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
5. 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
6. 2 teaspoons pitted green olives
7. Salt

1. In a saucepan, boil the water. Add the quinoa, cover and cook over low heat for 12 minutes, until al dente. Transfer to a bowl.
2. In a skillet, toast the pine nuts over moderate heat until golden. Add them to the quinoa along with the cilantro, lemon juice and olives. Season with salt and serve.