Quinoa-Tahini Salad

Courtesy of holyfigtree:

Quinoa is a grain-like seed known for its high protein content.
Ingredients:
1 c dry quinoa
2 c water
1 can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 c red onion, diced
1 of ea. yellow, green, red bell pepper diced
2 bunches of cilantro, finely chopped

Tahini dressing:
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1/3 c Tahini (stir before measuring)
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cumin powder or seeds
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp turmeric powder

1. Bring 2 c water to boil, add quinoa and cover at low simmer for 15 min. It's ready when seed's germ becomes a tiny curl. Drain.
2. Combine quinoa, garbanzo beans, bell peppers, onion, and cilantro.
3. Mix in Tahini dressing.