Weight Watchers Toasted Quinoa Salad with Lemon & Herbs

Yield: 6 servings

2 teaspoons exrta-virgin olive oil, divided 
10 oz uncooked quinoa
1 ½ cup water
¼ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
2 teaspoons lemon zest, about 1 lemon
¼ cup parsley, fresh, chopped
¼ cup watercress, fresh, chopped
1 tablespoon thyme, fresh, chopped
2 medium stalks celery, diced
1 medium cucumber, diced

1. Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Toast quinoa in oil until fragrant, about 5 minutes.

2. Add water; cover, reduce heat to low, and let steam for 15 minutes.

3. Place toasted, steamed quinoa in a large bowl and add remaining ingredients; mix well.

4. Let mixture rest for 15 minutes to an hour to allow flavors to combine. Serve at room temperature.

NUTRITION PER SERVING: Calories: 200 Total Fat: 4.21g Cholesterol: 0g Sodium 16mg Total Carbs: 33.80g Dietary Fiber: 4.13g Sugars: 1.40g Protein: 7.28g