Quinoa Salad with Feta

This Quinoa Salad with Feta is a vibrant, refreshing dish that combines the nutty flavor of quinoa with the creamy tang of feta cheese. Perfect for a light main course or a side dish, it's nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 1 cup
• Water - 2 cups
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, finely chopped
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Fresh parsley - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and the water is absorbed.
3. While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the vegetables: dice the cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion, and halve the cherry tomatoes.
4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped parsley.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
6. Pour the dressing over the quinoa salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber, promoting satiety and digestive health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals, including magnesium and phosphorus.

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