Description
A refreshing Mediterranean quinoa salad bowl packed with nutrients and flavor, perfect for breakfast.
Ingredients
1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, diced
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup olives, sliced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. 1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
2. 2. In a pot, bring water to a boil and add quinoa.
3. 3. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
4. 4. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
5. 5. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, feta, olives, and parsley.
6. 6. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
7. 7. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
8. 8. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or proteins for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: quinoa, salad, Mediterranean, healthy, breakfast