Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Delight in the flavors of the Mediterranean with this refreshing quinoa salad. Packed with fresh cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, briny olives, and creamy feta cheese, it’s drizzled with a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing for a bright and satisfying dish.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa

2 cups water

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cucumber, diced

1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced

1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Juice of 1 lemon

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain.

2. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water, bring to a boil.

3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, until water is absorbed.

4. Remove from heat and let quinoa cool.

5. In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, feta cheese, red onion, and parsley.

6. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

7. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

8. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating

Best served cold, no reheating required.

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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.