Greek Quinoa Salad

This Greek Quinoa Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish, combining wholesome quinoa with fresh vegetables and zesty flavors. It's perfect for a healthy dinner and packed with protein and fiber.

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 1 cup (185g)
• Water - 2 cups (480ml)
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup (150g), halved
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, finely chopped
• Kalamata olives - 1/4 cup (35g), pitted and halved
• Feta cheese - 1/2 cup (75g), crumbled
• Fresh parsley - 1/4 cup (15g), chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon (2g)
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon (3g)
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon (1g)

Steps

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and water, and bring to a boil.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is fluffy and the water is absorbed.
4. Remove the quinoa from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and let it cool.
5. In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
7. Add the cooled quinoa to the vegetable mixture and drizzle the dressing over the top.
8. Toss everything together gently until well combined and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and fiber from quinoa, promoting satiety and muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and olives, supporting heart health.

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