Quinoa Greek Salad [ 30 min ]

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Bright, fresh, and full of Mediterranean flavors, this Quinoa Greek Salad is a feast for both the eyes and palate. The combination of colorful vegetables, tangy feta, and the subtlety nutty quinoa creates a delightful balance of tastes and textures. Perfect as a side dish for meal prep or even a light entrée, this salad is a quick and healthy option that beautifully celebrates the bounty of fresh ingredients.
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Portions 4 servings
Temps de préparation 15 minutes
Temps de cuisson 15 minutes
Temps total 30 minutes

Ingrédients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  • Combine quinoa and water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed and quinoa is tender.
  • Transfer quinoa to a large bowl and let cool to room temperature.
  • Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese to the quinoa.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate for an hour to let the flavors meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 100g | Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protéines: 8g | Fat: 15g | Sucre: 2g
Calories: 280kcal
Type de plat: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: easy salad, feta cheese, flavorful salad, fresh ingredients, gluten free option, Greek flavors, healthy salad, high protein, lemon dressing, light and refreshing, light meal, meal prep, Mediterranean recipe, nutritious salad, olive oil, quick meal, quinoa salad, summer dish, vegetarian, wholesome

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