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Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Delicious Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Fresh Veggies

Experience the freshness of Mediterranean Quinoa Salad, a vibrant mix of quinoa, veggies, and feta, perfect for meal prep.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 1 cup corn fresh, canned, or thawed frozen
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced
  • ½ cup pitted olives slice Kalamata or green olives
  • ¼ cup red onion chopped
  • ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
  • ¼ cup cilantro chopped
For the Dressing
  • cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
For Garnish
  • to taste fresh parsley optional

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Small mixing bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • cutting board
  • Fork
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add quinoa and a pinch of salt, then reduce heat to low and cover.
  3. Simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
  4. Fluff quinoa with a fork and let cool on a baking sheet for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Chop bell pepper, slice olives, chop onion, and finely chop cilantro and parsley.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  7. In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, chopped veggies, corn, and crumbled feta, mixing gently.
  8. Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss to combine, adjusting seasoning as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best results, allow the salad to chill for a little while to let the flavors develop. Can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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