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Mediterranean Quinoa Salad – Light Dish for Summer Holidays

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Mediterranean Quinoa Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer. Bursting with fluffy quinoa, crisp cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and creamy feta cheese, all drizzled with tangy lemon vinaigrette, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for picnics, barbecues, or light dinners. It’s a nutritious way to enjoy seasonal produce while keeping your meals healthy and satisfying.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup tri-color quinoa
  • 1 medium cucumber (diced)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water and cook in a saucepan with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until water is absorbed (about 15 minutes). Let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
  2. While quinoa cooks, chop cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, and thinly slice red onion.
  3. In a large bowl, combine fluffed quinoa with prepared vegetables, crumbled feta, and parsley.
  4. Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl; drizzle over salad and toss gently.
  5. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
  • Author: James
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 245
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg