Name: Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Mediterrane Küche
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups quinoa, rinsed; 3 cups water or vegetable broth; 1 cucumber, diced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 red onion, finely diced; 1 cup Kalamata olives, halved; 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped; Juice of 2 lemons; 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; Salt and pepper to taste

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8 Schritte

Schritt 1
Combine quinoa and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
Schritt 2
Cover and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes.
Schritt 3
Fluff quinoa with a fork and let cool to room temperature.
Schritt 4
In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, olives, feta, parsley, and mint.
Schritt 5
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Schritt 6
Pour dressing over salad and toss well to combine.
Schritt 7
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
Schritt 8
Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notiz von Chef Sarah

It tastes better after an hour in the fridge, once the quinoa has soaked up the dressing. It keeps for 3 to 4 days.

Von The Cooking Cliff Notes https://thecookingcliffnotes.com/de/recipes/mediterranean-quinoa-salad

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