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Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

A simple and flavorful recipe that's sure to be a favorite.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6 Servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean

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

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  1. 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).
  2. In a large bowl, add the cooled quinoa, olives, roasted red peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, green onions and fresh cilantro or basil.
  3. Whisk the dressing ingredients together and pour over the salad. Toss to combine.
  4. Sprinkle with the feta cheese and toss lightly.
  5. 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

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

% 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.