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Cucumber Quinoa Feta Salad

A refreshing Mediterranean-inspired salad made with fluffy quinoa, crisp cucumbers, tangy feta cheese, and a bright lemon olive oil dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 1 cup quinoa uncooked, rinsed
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 2 English cucumbers diced
  • 0.75 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped
Dressing
  • 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Fine mesh strainer

Method
 

  1. Rinse quinoa thoroughly under cold water.
  2. Cook quinoa with water or broth according to package directions. Fluff and cool.
  3. Dice cucumbers and chop fresh herbs.
  4. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper to make dressing.
  5. Combine quinoa, cucumbers, and herbs in a large bowl.
  6. Toss with dressing until evenly coated.
  7. Fold in feta cheese gently. Chill before serving.

Notes

For best flavor, chill the salad for at least 15 minutes before serving.