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Cucumber Feta Quinoa Salad

Cost $12, save $8

Source: Recommended by CookGo

  • 35 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $12

INGREDIENTS

  • Grains

    • đź’§ 1 1/3 cups water
    • 2/3 cups quinoa

  • Vegetables

    • 🥒 1 cucumber, diced
    • 🧅 1/4 cup red onion, chopped

  • Add-ins

    • 1 (2.25 ounce) can black olives, drained
    • 🧀 6 ounces feta cheese crumbles

  • Dressing

    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 🍷 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
    • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
    • 🌿 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
    • 🌿 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped

STEPS

1

Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Drain, and cool to room temperature, roughly 20 additional minutes.

2

Combine quinoa, cucumber, red onion, black olives, and feta cheese in a large bowl.

3

Whisk olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, parsley, and oregano together in a small bowl to create the dressing.

4

Pour the dressing over the prepared salad. Toss to combine and serve.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

173

Calories

  • 6g
    Protein
  • 11g
    Carbs
  • 12g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

Let the quinoa cool completely before mixing to avoid making the salad soggy.Use fresh herbs for a more vibrant flavor.This salad can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.