Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas: A Healthy and Flavorful Dish

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups water or vegetable broth
• 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 medium cucumber, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped (optional)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt
• pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano