Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
User Reviews
4.9
165 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 Servings
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Course
Salad
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
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A simple and flavorful recipe that's sure to be a favorite.
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Ingredients
Salad:
- ⅔ cup uncooked quinoa
- 1 ⅓ cups chicken broth I use low-sodium
- 1 cup chopped olives drained and sliced in half
- 1 (8-ounce) (8-ounce) jar diced roasted red bell peppers drained
- 1 cup diced cucumbers
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes (I use cherry tomatoes and cut in half)
- 2-3 green onions finely chopped
- ¼ to ⅓ to ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro or basil
- ½ cup or more to taste feta cheese crumbled
Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic finely minced or pressed through a garlic press
- Pinch of dried oregano
- salt and pepper to taste start with about 1/4 teaspoon each and add more, if needed
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa very well in a fine mesh strainer; drain well. Combine the quinoa and broth in a saucepan and bring to a simmer. Cover, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for 14-15 minutes until the quinoa is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Let it rest off the heat, covered, for 10-15 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let cool to room temperature (see note about using already cooked quinoa).
- In a large bowl, add the cooled quinoa, olives, roasted red peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, green onions and fresh cilantro or basil.
- Whisk the dressing ingredients together and pour over the salad. Toss to combine.
- Sprinkle with the feta cheese and toss lightly.
- Serve immediately. If refrigerating to serve later, consider making extra dressing to drizzle over the salad before serving as it may dry out a bit in the refrigerator as the quinoa absorbs the dressing.
Notes
- Quinoa: if using already cooked quinoa, you'll want about 1 1/2 to 2 cups.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1 Serving
Calories
221kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
18g
(6%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Cholesterol
11mg
(4%)
Sodium
1461mg
(61%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 Serving | |
| Calories | 221kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 1461mg | 61% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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