Mediterranean
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Feta and Chickpeas
A colorful and nutritious salad bursting with Mediterranean flavors, perfect for a light lunch or meal prep.
Total Time30 minutes
Servings4
Difficulty
easy
Cost
Medium
Nutrition (per serving)
0
Calories
12
Protein
38
Carbs
15
Fat
8
Fiber
0g
Sodium
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy and water is absorbed.
- 2Remove quinoa from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
- 3In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, black olives, and parsley.
- 4Add the cooled quinoa to the vegetable mixture and stir gently to combine.
- 5In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- 6Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well coated.
- 7Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes for enhanced flavors.
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