Description
A refreshing, vibrant Mediterranean quinoa salad made with fluffy quinoa, crisp vegetables, briny olives, and creamy feta. Every bite is brightened by a zesty lemon and olive oil dressing that ties everything together. This salad is versatile, satisfying, and perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or quick lunches. With its combination of textures, fresh herbs, and nourishing ingredients, it strikes that perfect balance between light and filling. Whether you enjoy it as a side or a main dish, this quinoa salad brings the sunshine and flavor of Mediterranean cooking right to your table.
Ingredients
- Cooked quinoa
- Cherry tomatoes
- Cucumbers
- Red onion
- Fresh parsley
- Fresh mint
- Kalamata olives
- Feta cheese
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Garlic
- Salt and pepper
- Oregano (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the quinoa until fluffy, then cool it completely.
- Chop cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and herbs.
- Mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and optional oregano into a dressing.
- Combine quinoa, vegetables, herbs, and olives in a bowl.
- Pour the dressing over and toss gently.
- Add feta last and adjust flavors to taste.
Notes
- For extra flavor, cook quinoa in vegetable broth. Let the salad rest before serving for deeper flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook (after quinoa is prepared)
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 17mg