Herbed Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Feta

This Mediterranean quinoa salad is a bright and flavorful dish that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of quinoa, vegetables, herbs, and feta cheese is both satisfying and refreshing. This salad is also very easy to make, and can be customized to your liking.

Quinoa has been a staple food in South America for centuries, and has recently become popular in the United States and Europe. Quinoa is a good source of protein, fiber, and iron, and is also gluten-free. This salad is a great way to enjoy all the benefits of quinoa, and is also a delicious and easy meal.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
• 3 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1. Combine the cooked quinoa with the chopped vegetables in a large bowl.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, parsley, mint, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the quinoa salad and stir to combine.
4. Gently fold in the feta cheese.
5. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Why It Works

• The combination of quinoa, vegetables, herbs, and feta cheese is both satisfying and refreshing.
• The salad is easy to make and can be customized to your liking.
• Quinoa is a good source of protein, fiber, and iron, and is also gluten-free.