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Greek Quinoa Salad

Let’s keep this simple.

Quinoa is one of my favorite foods, the new rage, but not a universal favorite.

Make this salad…you’ll be a believer!

Greek quinoa salad with dressing pour

WHY, you ask? Here are all of the benefits:

  • It’s considered a grain (but it’s really GRASS), that’s a COMPLETE protein (meaning it contains all of the amino acids your body cannot make on its own).
  • High in fiber — 21% of your daily recommended intake per serving (versus 14% brown rice)!
  • Contains antioxidants flavonoids, like quercetin and kaempferol, in greater concentrations than in some berries.
  • Provides a significant amount (of forms) of vitamin E, that is not found in a lot of grains…an antioxidant too!

So let’s make a Mediterranean-inspired Greek Quinoa Salad!

Greek Quinoa Salad ingred. top down

 

Greek Quinoa Salad
Recipe Type: Salad, Lunch
Cuisine: Vegetarian, Gluten-free
Author: Chelsey
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Serves: 2
A light grain-based lunch salad perfect for Spring, inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean!
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup quinoa, uncooked
  • Dash salt
  • 1 cup cucumbers, chopped
  • 1/2 cup tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup bell peppers, chopped
  • 1 roasted bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
  • 1/2 Granny smith apple, chopped
  • 6 olives, chopped
  • 1/4 cup low-fat feta cheese
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1/8 tsp dijon mustard
  • Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
  1. Prepare quinoa according to package instructions, including a dash of salt. Allow to cool once cooked.
  2. Combine vegetables in a medium sized bowl with feta cheese and cooled quinoa.
  3. To make dressing, whisk together vinegar, olive oil, and spices in a small bowl. Pour dressing over chopped salad.
  4. Let sit in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  5. Enjoy!

Greek quinoa salad in bowl

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