Quinoa Salad with Feta, Walnuts, and Dried Cranberries

This Quinoa Salad with Feta, Walnuts, and Dried Cranberries is a healthy and flavorful dish that combines the nutty taste of quinoa with the tanginess of feta cheese, the crunch of walnuts, and the sweetness of dried cranberries. It is a perfect side dish or light meal option for any occasion, and it can be easily prepared in just a few minutes.

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold running water to remove any bitterness.
2. In a medium-sized saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the quinoa and reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the quinoa cool for a few minutes.
4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, feta cheese, walnuts, dried cranberries, and fresh parsley.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Drizzle the dressing over the quinoa salad and toss gently to combine.
6. Serve the quinoa salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!

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