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Fresh Greek Quinoa Salad Recipe Easy Zesty Lemon Oregano Dressing

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A fresh, wholesome Greek quinoa salad with a zesty lemon-oregano vinaigrette that is quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (170g) uncooked quinoa, rinsed well
  • 1 large English cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup (150g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup (75g) Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1/2 cup (75g) feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, finely chopped
  • Juice from 2 medium lemons (about 1/4 cup or 60ml)
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon fresh mint
  • Optional: diced red bell pepper
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold running water for about 30 seconds using a fine mesh strainer. Drain well.
  2. Transfer rinsed quinoa to a medium saucepan. Add 2 cups (475ml) water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
  3. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and spread on a baking sheet to cool quickly.
  4. While quinoa cools, dice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, finely chop red onion (soak in cold water if desired), and pit and halve Kalamata olives.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, chopped veggies, olives, crumbled feta, and parsley. Pour dressing over salad.
  7. Gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly. Add optional pine nuts or fresh mint if desired.
  8. Chill salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Notes

Rinse quinoa thoroughly to remove bitterness. Let salad chill to allow flavors to meld. Soak red onion in cold water to reduce sharpness. Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Optional ingredients like pine nuts and mint add texture and freshness.

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Keywords: Greek quinoa salad, lemon oregano dressing, healthy salad, gluten-free salad, vegetarian salad, Mediterranean salad, easy quinoa recipe

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