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Mediterranean quinoa salad with feta

Looking for a tasty and healthy meal? Our Mediterranean quinoa salad with feta is perfect. It combines fluffy quinoa, creamy feta, and crisp veggies for a great mix of flavors and textures.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives pitted and sliced
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions. Let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, feta, and olives.
  3. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  4. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to combine.
  5. Chill for 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
  6. Cooking Perfect Fluffy Quinoa