Quinoa and Roasted Red Pepper Salad with Feta and Olives
Quinoa and Roasted Red Pepper Salad with Feta and Olives is a simple but flavorful salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of quinoa, roasted red peppers, feta cheese, black olives, red onion, and parsley creates a delicious and satisfying salad that is also packed with nutrients. Quinoa is the star of this salad and it provides a great source of protein and fiber. Roasted red peppers add a sweet and smoky flavor to the salad and they are also a good source of vitamins A and C. Feta cheese adds a salty and tangy flavor to the salad and it is also a good source of protein and calcium. Black olives add a briny and salty flavor to the salad and they are also a good source of healthy fats. Red onion adds a sharp and slightly spicy flavor to the salad and it is also a good source of antioxidants. Parsley adds a fresh and herbaceous flavor to the salad and it is also a good source of vitamins A and C. The dressing for this salad is made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper. The olive oil adds a rich and fruity flavor to the dressing and it also helps to emulsify the dressing. Red wine vinegar adds a tart and tangy flavor to the dressing and it also helps to balance out the flavors of the salad. Oregano adds a warm and earthy flavor to the dressing and it also helps to brighten the flavor of the salad. Salt and pepper are essential for seasoning the salad and they help to bring out the flavors of the other ingredients.
This salad was inspired by a trip I took to Greece a few years ago. I was visiting the island of Crete and I had the opportunity to try a variety of traditional Greek dishes. One of my favorite dishes was a simple salad made with quinoa, roasted red peppers, feta cheese, black olives, red onion, and parsley. The salad was so delicious and flavorful that I knew I had to recreate it when I got home. I have been making this salad ever since and it has become one of my favorite go-to recipes. It is a simple and easy salad to make and it is always a hit with my family and friends.
Quinoa and Roasted Red Pepper Salad with Feta and Olives Quinoa and Roasted Red Pepper Salad with Feta and Olives Quinoa and Roasted Red Pepper Salad with Feta and Olives Quinoa and Roasted Red Pepper Salad with Feta and Olives
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 cup quinoa, cooked
  • 1 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/2 cup pitted and sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Combine the quinoa, roasted red peppers, feta cheese, black olives, red onion, and parsley in a large bowl.
  2. Whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
  4. Serve immediately or chill for later.
Why It Works
  • The combination of quinoa, roasted red peppers, feta cheese, black olives, red onion, and parsley creates a delicious and satisfying salad that is also packed with nutrients.
  • The dressing, made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper, perfectly complements the flavors of the salad.
  • This salad is simple and easy to make, and it can be served immediately or chilled for later.