Mediterranean Quinoa Salad (Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free)

A refreshing salad with quinoa, vegetables, herbs, and a lemon vinaigrette.

Ingredients

• 1 cup Quinoa, cooked
• 1/2 cup Cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup Tomatoes, diced
• 1/4 cup Red Onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup Kalamata Olives, pitted and halved
• 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped
• 1 tbsp Fresh Mint, chopped
• 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
• 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• to taste Salt
• to taste Black Pepper
• 1/4 tsp Dried Oregano

Instructions

1. Cook quinoa according to package directions. Toast quinoa in a dry pan for 3-4 minutes before cooking for a nuttier flavor.
2. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and olives.
3. Add parsley and mint.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
5. Pour dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss gently to combine. Let sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Suitability: vegetarian,dairy-free,gluten-free

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: 20 mins

Serving Size: 1

Meal Type: lunch