Zesty Lemon Quinoa Delight

Step 1

Lightly toast the pine nuts in a pan over medium heat until fragrant, stirring frequently for around 5 minutes to prevent burning. Allow them to cool off to enhance their crunchiness and flavor.

Step 2

In a saucepan, mix the quinoa with water and a pinch of salt. Boil the mixture, then simmer on medium heat until the quinoa becomes tender and absorbs the water, approximately 10 minutes. Let it sit for a bit, then fluff it up with a fork for a fluffy texture.

Step 3

Transfer the cooked quinoa into a beautiful serving bowl. Add the toasted pine nuts, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, crunchy celery, diced onion, a hint of cayenne pepper for a kick, fragrant cumin, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if desired before presenting this delightful dish.