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Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

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A vibrant and nutritious salad featuring quinoa, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette, perfect for meal prep or a light lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water in a fine mesh sieve.
  2. Cook the quinoa in a saucepan with water or vegetable broth and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Cool the quinoa by spreading it out on a baking sheet.
  4. Prepare the vegetables in a large bowl.
  5. Mix the dressing in a small bowl by whisking olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  6. Combine the cooled quinoa with the vegetables and pour the dressing over the salad.
  7. Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Feel free to customize the salad with more veggies or a plant-based cheese alternative.

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