Description
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad is a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish featuring fluffy quinoa, crisp vegetables, briny olives, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty lemon-herb dressing. Perfect as a side or main course for a healthy meal.
Ingredients
– 1 cup quinoa
– 1 lemon
– 1 teaspoon oregano
– 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
– 4 scallions (white and green parts)
– 2 bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange)
– 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives (drained)
– 1 English cucumber
– 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions using water or broth. Let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olives, feta, parsley, and mint.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss to combine.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a vegan version, omit feta or use a plant-based alternative.
- Add chickpeas or grilled chicken for extra protein.
- This salad can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg