Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
This Mediterranean Quinoa Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish packed with vibrant flavors. Combining fluffy quinoa, crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, and briny Kalamata olives, this salad is drizzled with a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. It's a light yet satisfying meal, perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
Equipment
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Mixing Bowl
- Measuring cups
- serving dish
Ingredients
- 1 cup of quinoa
- 2 cups of water
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup of Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- ¼ cup of feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup of fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let it cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and chopped parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Add the cooled quinoa to the mixing bowl with the vegetables and pour the dressing over. Toss everything gently to combine.
- Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
Macros:
- Total Calories: 385kcal
- Carbs: 40g
- Proteins: 12g
- Fats: 15g