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Greek Salad with Quinoa

Quick to prepare, this Greek Salad with Quinoa combines Mediterranean flavors and wholesome ingredients for a refreshing, protein-packed dish.
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Greek Salad with Quinoa
Total Time:25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 large cucumber diced
  • 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives pitted and sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let it cool.
  • While the quinoa cooks, chop all your veggies and set them aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, olives, and feta. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Servings: 4