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Fresh Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250
A vibrant and healthy quinoa salad packed with fresh vegetables and a zesty lemon dressing, perfect for a light lunch or side dish.

Ingredients

Quinoa

  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt (for cooking quinoa)

Vegetables

  • 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1.5 cups chopped tomatoes (mix of red and yellow)
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • 0.5 cup thinly sliced red onion

Dressing

  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt (for dressing)
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions 

  • Rinse the quinoa under cold water for 1 minute, then drain.
  • Cook the quinoa with water and salt for 15 minutes, then let it steam covered for 10 minutes and cool.
  • Chop the parsley, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Mix with cooled quinoa.
  • Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  • Pour dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Serve immediately or chill.

Notes

For extra flavor, add some crumbled feta or olives.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Quinoa