Description
A vibrant, nutrient-packed salad bursting with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing that highlights the rich flavors of quinoa.
Ingredients
Scale
- 250 g (1 ¼ cups) quinoa
- 150 g (1 cup) cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 50 g (½ small) red onion, finely chopped
- 30 g (1 cup) fresh parsley, chopped
- 100 g (¾ cup) feta cheese, crumbled
- 60 ml (¼ cup) olive oil
- 30 ml (2 tablespoons) lemon juice
- Salt & Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer. Combine it in a medium saucepan with 500 ml (2 cups) of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 15 minutes, until the water is absorbed, and the quinoa is fluffy. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- Dice the cucumber, red bell pepper, and finely chop the red onion and parsley. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Whisk together olive oil and lemon juice in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine the cooked quinoa, prepared vegetables, chopped parsley, and crumbled feta cheese in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with the dressing. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
Notes
This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days. Serve cold or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
