Name: Best Greek Quinoa Salad Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa; 2 cups water; 1 cucumber, diced; 1 bell pepper, diced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved; 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped; For the dressing:; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; Salt and pepper to taste

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How To Make Best Greek Quinoa Salad Recipe

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Preparation: 20 minutes

Cooking: 15 minutes

Total: 35 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
1 cucumber, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
For the dressing:
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the quinoa and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
Remove the quinoa from heat and let it cool.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cucumber, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, parsley, and mint leaves.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Serve chilled and enjoy!