So, I guess I’m on a little bit of a Quinoa kick lately! It’s just such a nice light grain, and it can substitute from anywhere to rice to pasta dishes. Very versatile, I say!
Anyway, I was hosting a baby shower a couple of weeks ago and was in charge of some of the lunch items. I had this Greek Salad that I was throwing together and I thought, hey, why not throw some quinoa into the mix. The birth of a delicious and nutritious Greek Quinoa Salad. My friends, it worked out really well! And once again, you don’t have to have any guilt when you’re done eating.
Greek Quinoa Salad
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups quinoa
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder optional
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- salt and pepper to taste
- 15 cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 small red onion optional, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- 1/2 cucumber chopped
- 1/2 cup sliced black or kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese remove for vegan
Instructions
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Place quinoa in medium stock pot. Place on the stovetop over medium high heat. Toast for 2-3 minutes.
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Pour in broth. Bring to a boil.
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Cover and simmer over medium heat until all the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Place in a bowl to cool.
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Place olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, onion powder, oregano, and salt and pepper in a container with a lid. Shake until combined.
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Place chopped tomatoes, cucumber, olives, feta, pepper, and onion in the quinoa bowl.
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Pour in desired amount of dressing and toss with a spoon.
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Serve immediately or store in the fridge for later.
Yum! I’ve always loved Greek salad. Just the epitome of refreshing spring/summer dining. I’ve never tried it with quinoa, though. I’ll definitely have to give this a shot — I’m sure I would love it!
Yes, definitely try it. You will love it!
Congrats on also being featured in Deanna’s Olive and Grapevine Salad Newsletter this week!
GREAT salad! Cheers! Joanne
Delicious! I have a vegan food Instagram account and may try a recipe or two! Looking forward to more posts!
xo
Bryce