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A bowl of quinoa salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and feta on a checkered tablecloth, accompanied by salt, pepper shakers, and a jug of dressing.

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Chef Jenn
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad is a nutritious, flavorful dish packed with fresh veggies, olives, and feta, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing. It’s the perfect side or light meal for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 306 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • ¾ teaspoon salt Kosher salt is preferred
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • ½ cucumber
  • ¼ red onion
  • ¼ cup Kalamata olives Pitted and halved.
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Cook the quinoa by bringing water and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in the quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed.
  • Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork and spread it on a baking sheet to cool quickly. Pop it in the fridge for faster cooling.
  • Combine the cooled quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta cheese, parsley, and mint in a large mixing bowl.
  • Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, oregano, and black pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated.
  • Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve cold and enjoy your delicious Mediterranean Quinoa Salad!

Notes

Chef Jenn’s Tips

  • For extra flavor, cook the quinoa in vegetable or chicken broth instead of water.
  • Toss in grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas for a more filling meal.
  • This salad tastes even better the next day, so consider making it in advance.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 306kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 8gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 691mgPotassium: 439mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 715IUVitamin C: 19mgCalcium: 102mgIron: 3mg

A Note on Nutritional Information

Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.

Keyword easy salad recipe, healthy quinoa recipe, Mediterranean salad, quinoa salad
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