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A shallow white ceramic bowl containing a vibrant Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with red and white quinoa, cucumbers, and olives. (Mediterranean Quinoa Salad)
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Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Zesty Lemon Vinaigrette

A vibrant Mediterranean Quinoa Salad featuring fluffy tri-color grains, crisp English cucumbers, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette. This protein-packed, gluten-free bowl is perfect for healthy meal prep and gourmet summer side dishes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup (185g) Tri-color Quinoa White and red blend
  • 1.75 cups (415ml) Water For cooking quinoa
  • 1 medium (300g) English Cucumber Diced into 1/2-inch chunks
  • 1 cup (150g) Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1/4 small (30g) Red Onion Thinly slivered
  • 1 can (439g) Chickpeas Rinsed, dried, and lightly sautéed
  • 1/2 cup (75g) Feta Cheese Irregular crumbles
  • 1/2 cup (80g) Kalamata Olives Pitted
  • 1/2 cup (15g) Fresh Parsley Finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced

Equipment

  • 1 Fine-mesh strainer Essential for rinsing quinoa
  • 1 Medium Saucepan
  • 1 Shallow Ceramic Bowl For serving

Method
 

Prepare the Quinoa
  1. Rinse quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer. Toast in a saucepan with a splash of oil for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Add water and salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 15 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes before fluffing and cooling.
Prep Vegetables and Dressing
  1. Sauté dried chickpeas in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5 minutes until golden-brown.
  2. Combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt in a jar and shake until emulsified.
Final Assembly
  1. Mix cooled quinoa with vegetables and dressing. Top with feta, olives, and a heavy dusting of parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcalProtein: 9gFat: 14gFiber: 6g

Notes

Use English cucumbers to avoid sogginess.
Cool the quinoa completely on a baking sheet to keep it fluffy.
Keyword healthy meal prep,Mediterranean Quinoa Salad,Quinoa Salad Recipe

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