Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is fluffy and the water is absorbed.
  4. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Then, fluff with a fork and let it cool.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley.
  6. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
  7. Pour the dressing over the quinoa salad and toss to combine thoroughly.
  8. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

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