Mediterranean Quinoa Salad My Easy Healthy Lunch Recipe

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad My Easy Healthy Lunch Recipe

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Looking for an easy healthy Mediterranean Quinoa Salad This recipe is perfect for lunch or a light dinner Full of fresh flavors ready in minutes Get the recipe…

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup (180g) quinoa, rinsed well
  • 2 cups (475ml) water or vegetable broth
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1g) salt
  • 1 cup (150g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup (75g) Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1/2 cup (75g) crumbled feta cheese (optional, for a vegan option use a vegan alternative)
  • 1/4 cup (15g) fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup (15g) fresh mint, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons (45ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) dried basil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

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