Refreshing Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

A vibrant, protein-packed quinoa salad with fresh veggies, herbs, and zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for meal prep or a light lunch!

Ingredients

• -1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• - 2 cups water or vegetable broth
• - 1 cucumber, diced
• - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• - 1 red bell pepper, diced
• - ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
• - ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
• - ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped
• - ⅓ cup feta cheese (optional, omit for vegan)
• - ¼ cup Kalamata olives, pitted

Directions

1. Cook Quinoa: In a saucepan, combine quinoa and water/broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy. Let it cool.
2. Prep Veggies: Dice cucumber, bell pepper, and onion. Halve tomatoes. Chop herbs.
3. Make Dressing: Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
4. Combine: In a large bowl, mix cooled quinoa, veggies, herbs, olives, and feta. Pour dressing and toss gently.
5. Chill: Refrigerate for 20 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra mint.