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

A refreshing and nutritious salad with quinoa, vegetables, and a lemon-herb dressing.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup Quinoa
• 1 cup Vegetable Broth
• 1/2 cup Cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup Tomato, 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 Olive Oil
• 1/4 tsp Dried Oregano
• to taste Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Rinse quinoa thoroughly and cook in vegetable broth according to package directions for added flavor.
2. Combine cooked quinoa with cucumber, tomato, red onion, and olives.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together parsley, mint, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Using freshly ground black pepper enhances the flavor profile
4. Pour dressing over quinoa mixture and toss gently. Allow the salad to sit for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Suitability: vegetarian,gluten-free,dairy-free

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: 15 mins

Serving Size: 1

Meal Type: lunch