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Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Quinoa and chickpeas with cucumber, tomatoes, olives and feta in a lemon dressing.

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Mediterranean Quinoa SaladMediterranean Quinoa Salad

$2.60 a serving · 25 min

  • Under 30 min
  • One pan
  • Makes leftovers
  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten-free
  • Nut-free
  • Heart-healthy
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Thyroid-friendly
  • Healthy
  • Mediterranean
  • Beans & lentils

Cost is the ingredients you actually use. About $10.40 if you cook for four.

Calories
480 kcal
Protein
17g
Carbs
52g
Fat
23g

Ingredients

For one serving, in kitchen measures, grouped the way the store is laid out.

Produce

  • Cucumber¼
  • Cherry tomatoes⅓ cup
  • Lemons¼

Dairy & eggs

  • Feta3¼ tbsp

Pantry

  • Quinoa⅓ cup
  • Chickpeas (can)¼ can
  • Olives2¼ tbsp
  • Olive oil2 tsp

How to cook it

  1. 1

    Rinse the quinoa and simmer in 3/4 cup water, covered, for 15 minutes, then spread out to cool.

  2. 2

    Drain the chickpeas, dice the cucumber, halve the tomatoes and slice the olives.

  3. 3

    Whisk the lemon juice and olive oil with a pinch of salt.

  4. 4

    Toss everything with the quinoa and crumble the feta over the top.

People also ask

What to serve with Mediterranean Quinoa Salad?
Teriyaki Chicken Quinoa Bowl, Greek Chicken Couscous Bowl, or Chicken Burrito Bowl. Those sit in the same style as Mediterranean Quinoa Salad and keep the grocery list from exploding.
Can you meal prep Mediterranean Quinoa Salad?
Yes. Mediterranean Quinoa Salad holds for 3–4 days in the fridge. Cook a double batch and lunch is already done. beans and the sides reheat without falling apart.
How long does Mediterranean Quinoa Salad last in the fridge?
3–4 days sealed. Freeze leftover portions for up to a month if you made a big batch.
Is Mediterranean Quinoa Salad vegetarian?
Yes. Mediterranean Quinoa Salad is vegetarian.
Is Mediterranean Quinoa Salad gluten-free?
Yes. Mediterranean Quinoa Salad is gluten free.

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