Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

A vibrant Mediterranean salad featuring fluffy quinoa, crisp vegetables and fragrant herbs, enhanced with a tangy lemon dressing.

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Cook the quinoa: Rinse the quinoa and cook according to package instructions (usually a 2:1 ratio of water to quinoa). Fluff with a fork and let it cool completely.
  2. Prepare Vegetables: Dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely chop the red onion. Pit and halve the Kalamata olives.
  3. Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and Kalamata olives.
  4. Add herbs: Stir in the fresh parsley and mint. Ensure herbs are freshly chopped for maximum flavor.
  5. Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Dress the salad: Pour the dressing over the salad. Toss gently but thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are coated.
  7. Chill (optional): For best flavor, refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together.
  8. Serve: Serve chilled and enjoy the refreshing flavors.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Suitability: vegetarian,dairy-free,gluten-free

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: 20 mins

Serving Size: 1

Meal Type: lunch