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Gluten-Free Greek Quinoa Salad: Fresh, Healthy Mediterranean Flavor

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A zesty, protein-packed salad with quinoa, crisp veggies, briny feta, and lemony dressing—perfect for warm weather meals and naturally gluten-free.

  • Author: cozyfamilyrecipes_admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook, Simmered
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup tri-color quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley or mint, chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (or vegan alternative)
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook quinoa with water or broth using a 2:1 ratio. Bring to a boil, reduce to simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes.
  2. Fluff quinoa with a fork and let cool completely.
  3. Prepare vegetables: halve tomatoes, dice cucumbers and bell peppers, chop onion and herbs, slice olives.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
  5. In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa and dressing. Toss gently.
  6. Add vegetables, herbs, olives, and fold in feta last.
  7. Let sit for 10 minutes before serving to enhance flavor.

Notes

For best results, use fresh, vibrant vegetables. Chill for at least 10 minutes before serving. Store up to 4 days in the fridge.

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