Greek Style Quinoa

This Greek Style Quinoa is a vibrant and nutritious dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean flavors while being low in carbs. Perfectly seasoned and packed with fresh vegetables, it's a healthy alternative to traditional rice dishes.

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 150 grams
• Water - 500 ml
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 100 grams, diced
• Red onion - 50 grams, finely chopped
• Kalamata olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled
• Fresh parsley - 10 grams, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and the water is absorbed.
3. While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the vegetables: halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, finely chop the red onion, and slice the Kalamata olives.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to create a dressing.
6. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss gently to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber, promoting satiety and aiding digestion.
• Rich in antioxidants from vegetables, supporting overall health.

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