Name: Vibrant Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups quinoa (uncooked); 1 medium cucumber, de-seeded and chopped; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 1/2 large red onion, chopped; 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, chopped; 3/4 cup feta cheese; 3/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved; 1 cup parsley, loosely packed and finely chopped; 1 batch 5 minute Mediterranean salad dressing

Description

Colorful Mediterranean Quinoa Salad bursting with fresh crunchy veggies, tangy feta, briney olives, and my favorite red wine vinegar and olive oil dressing. This is my jam for potlucks because it sits well in the fridge but also stellar for lunch or dinner alongside grilled chicken.

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups quinoa (uncooked)
1 medium cucumber, de-seeded and chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 large red onion, chopped
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, chopped
3/4 cup feta cheese
3/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
1 cup parsley, loosely packed and finely chopped
1 batch 5 minute Mediterranean salad dressing

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Instructions

Place quinoa and 2 1/2 cups water in a medium pot. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low and simmer covered for about 15 minutes, or until quinoa is cooked through. Fluff with a fork. Transfer to a large mixing bowl to cool.
Whisk together the dressing ingredients and set aside.
To the bowl with the cooling quinoa, add cucumber, pepper, red onion, tomatoes, feta, olives, and parsley. Pour dressing over salad and toss to combine. Serve room temp or chill in the fridge!