Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
Discover the allure of a nutritious and savory midday dish! Our delightful Mediterranean Quinoa Salad ensures a filling, yet light lunch that brightens your day. Lean into the freshness of this food dish as we delve into this unique recipe.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
| Calories | Fat | Saturates | Sugars | Salt | Protein | Carbs | Fibre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 220 kcal | 10 g | 1.5 g | 6 g | 0.8 g | 8 g | 27 g | 5 g |
Nutrition: The above table indicates nutritional intake per serving for an adult.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a medium-sized pot, bring water and quinoa to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy and tender.
- In a large bowl, combine prepared quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Pour this dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Chill for an hour before serving. Enjoy the refreshing taste of your Mediterranean Quinoa Salad!
With this healthy and hearty Mediterranean Quinoa Salad, lunchtime can now be a remarkable flavor fest! Further, this delicious salad reserves a mighty punch of protein and essential nutrients. Here’s to celebrating great food dishes, one meal at a time!