Description

Nutrient-packed salad with quinoa, fresh vegetables, olives, and feta cheese tossed in a zesty lemon dressing, perfect for a light and refreshing meal.

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup kalamata olives, sliced
• 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Bring water to a boil in a medium pot. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Let it cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, feta, red onion, and parsley.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
5. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Tips

• Rinse quinoa thoroughly to remove bitterness.
• Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
• Add toasted pine nuts or walnuts for extra crunch.