Light and refreshing Mediterranean quinoa salad with a mix of colorful vegetables, herbs, and tangy feta cheese.

This enticing Mediterranean Quinoa Salad is a delightful blend of cooked quinoa, fresh vegetables, herbs, and feta cheese, all tossed together in a zesty lemon dressing. Bursting with flavors and textures, this salad is not only delicious but also incredibly healthy. It's perfect for lunches, picnics, or as a side dish for grilled meats. The recipe is easy to follow and can be customized to suit your taste by adding or subtracting any vegetables you prefer. Give it a try and enjoy the taste of the Mediterranean in every bite!

Ingredients

• 1 cup uncooked quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
2. In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the quinoa and reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it cool.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cucumber, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, parsley, and mint.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
6. Adjust salt and pepper if necessary.
7. Serve the Mediterranean Quinoa Salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!

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