How To Make Mediterranean Quinoa Salad Recipe
A refreshing salad packed with Mediterranean flavors and nutritious quinoa.
Preparation: 15 minutes
Cooking: 20 minutes
Total: 35 minutes
Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cucumber, chopped
- 1/2 red onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
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In a pot, bring quinoa and water to a boil. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa is tender.
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In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
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Add cooked quinoa, bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta cheese, and parsley to the bowl. Mix well.
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Chill salad in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories : 350 kcal
- Total Fat : 20g
- Saturated Fat : 5g
- Cholesterol : 17mg
- Sodium : 620mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 33g
- Dietary Fiber : 5g
- Sugar : 3g
- Protein : 10g
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