Description
This Mediterranean quinoa salad is a bright, refreshing, and deeply satisfying dish that comes together with minimal effort and everyday ingredients. Fluffy quinoa forms the base, soaking up a lemony olive oil dressing that adds a burst of Mediterranean flavor. Fresh cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, sharp red onion, briny olives, and creamy feta create the perfect balance of textures—crunchy, soft, salty, and vibrant. Whether you eat it as a light lunch, a side dish, or a meal prep favorite, this salad delivers freshness in every bite. It’s simple, nourishing, and endlessly adaptable to your taste, making it a recipe you’ll want to return to week after week.
Ingredients
- Cooked quinoa
- English cucumber
- Cherry tomatoes
- Red onion
- Kalamata olives
- Feta cheese
- Fresh parsley
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- Fresh lemon juice
- Garlic
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Rinse and cook the quinoa until fluffy, then let cool slightly.
- Chop cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion into small, even pieces.
- Slice olives and crumble feta, then chop fresh parsley.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Combine quinoa, vegetables, and mix-ins in a large bowl.
- Pour dressing over and toss evenly to coat.
- Let the salad rest for a few minutes for deeper flavor.
Notes
- Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor, and adjust lemon and salt to taste. For extra freshness, add a handful of chopped mint.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook (after quinoa)
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 12mg