
And WHY is this bad? Because all grains, not matter which way you look at it, have the ability to become contaminated with Aspergillus Fungus, a cancer-causing mycotoxin which we need to avoid like the plague.
Not to mention, gluten and grains are highly inflammatory, and one of the top causes of Leaky Gut!
So why not swap that gluten-containing grain for quinoa, which is actually a SEED (not a grain)! Quinoa is a complete plant-based protein, and packs in far more nutrients and less acid!
Combine that with the rest of the ingredients in traditional tabouli and you have a tasty, alkaline, satisfying side dish for any lunch or dinner. This keeps well in the fridge for a few days too, so make enough for leftovers. You’re going to want them!
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QUINOA TABOULI
2 cups filtered water
1 cup quinoa
1/2 tsp. and 1 pinch sea salt (Celtic Grey, Himalayan, or Redmond Real Salt)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tomatoes, diced
1 cucumber, diced
2 bunches green onions (scallions), diced
2 carrots, grated
1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
In a saucepan, add quinoa and filtered water, with a pinch of sea salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover saucepan, and simmer for 20 minutes.
In a bowl, combine extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 tsp. sea salt, lemon juice, tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, carrots, and parsley. Add to quinoa, stir, and enjoy!

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