Go Back
+ servings

Quinoa Salad Recipe

A refreshing and healthy quinoa salad perfect for any meal.
Print Recipe
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: International
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper to taste

Instructions 

  1. 1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  2. 2. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. 3. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  4. 4. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese.
  5. 5. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
  6. 6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  7. 7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Healthy, Quinoa, Salad
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!