Quinoa Greek Salad

This Quinoa Greek Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that combines protein-rich quinoa with classic Greek flavors, making it a perfect vegan option. It's packed with nutritious vegetables and a zesty lemon dressing, perfect for a light meal or side dish.

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 100 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Kalamata olives - 50 grams, pitted and halved
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and then cook it according to package instructions, typically in 200 ml of water for about 15 minutes until fluffy. Let it cool.
2. While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the vegetables: dice the cucumber, chop the red onion, and red bell pepper, and halve the cherry tomatoes.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, red bell pepper, Kalamata olives, and chopped parsley.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.
6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from quinoa, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Loaded with antioxidants and vitamins from fresh vegetables, promoting overall health.

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