Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Name: Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked quinoa; 1 cup diced cucumber; 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes; 0.25 cup finely diced red onion; 0.5 cup pitted and sliced kalamata olives; 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley

A refreshing and protein-rich salad bursting with the flavors of cooked quinoa, fresh vegetables, and tangy feta cheese.

Mediterranean⏱ 20 min⚠ Contains 1 allergen(s)

✨ Good source of fiber✨ Good source of calcium✨ Good source of iron

Ingredients

Cooked quinoa2 cups
Cucumber1 cup diced
Cherry tomatoes1 cup halved
Red onion0.25 cup finely diced
Kalamata olives0.5 cup pitted and sliced
Feta cheese0.5 cup crumbled
Olive oil3 tablespoons
Lemon juice2 tablespoons
Dried oregano1 teaspoon
Fresh parsley0.25 cup chopped

Nutrition (per serving, makes 4)

Calories288 kcal

Protein7.6 g

Carbs25.7 g

Fat17.9 g

Fiber4.4 g

Sugar3.6 g

Sodium349 mg

Vitamin C14.4 mg

Iron2.1 mg

Calcium137 mg

Potassium337 mg

Estimated values.

Steps

1Ensure quinoa is cooked and completely cooled.
2In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, finely diced red onion, and sliced Kalamata olives.
3In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and dried oregano to create the dressing.
4Pour the dressing over the quinoa and vegetable mixture, tossing gently to combine. Stir in the crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh parsley before serving.