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Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Fresh Mediterranean Quinoa Salad for Vibrant Summer Meals

This Mediterranean Quinoa Salad is a vibrant, nutrient-rich dish perfect for summer meals, packed with protein, fiber, and customizable flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups water
  • 1-2 cups bell peppers diced
  • 1 cup corn fresh or frozen
  • 1 small red onion diced and added before serving
  • 1/2 cup olives sliced; Kalamata or green
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped, with stems
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled or block
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano crushed
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
Optional Garnish
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • fine mesh strainer
  • Medium Saucepan
  • large bowl
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water in a fine-mesh strainer for 30 seconds. Shake off excess water.
  2. In a medium saucepan, boil 2 cups of water. Stir in rinsed quinoa and a pinch of salt, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy.
  3. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and spread on a baking sheet to cool.
  4. Dice bell peppers, slice olives, and chop cilantro and parsley while quinoa cools. Keep red onion separate until mixing.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  6. In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, vegetables, and feta. Pour dressing over and gently toss.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary before serving.
  8. Let salad sit for 15-30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Rinse quinoa thoroughly to remove its bitter coating. Allow it to cool completely before mixing to preserve the fresh crunch.

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