Vegan Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Roasted Beets and Feta

This vegan Mediterranean quinoa salad is a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for a summer meal. The roasted beets add a touch of sweetness to the salad, while the feta cheese gives it a salty kick. This salad is also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.

The Mediterranean diet is known for its health benefits, and this salad is a great way to enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean without all the meat. Quinoa is a good source of protein and fiber, and it's also gluten-free. The beets are a good source of vitamins and minerals, and they add a beautiful pop of color to the salad. Feta cheese is a salty, tangy cheese that adds a finishing touch to the salad. This salad is easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover roasted beets. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 45 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 4 beets, peeled and diced
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Toss beets with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
3. Roast beets in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until tender.
4. Meanwhile, cook quinoa according to package directions.
5. In a large bowl, combine quinoa, beets, onion, and garlic.
6. Stir in vegetable broth and feta cheese.
7. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Why It Works

• Quinoa is a good source of protein and fiber, and it's also gluten-free.
• Beets are a good source of vitamins and minerals, and they add a beautiful pop of color to the salad.
• Feta cheese is a salty, tangy cheese that adds a finishing touch to the salad.