This simple recipe is perfect for a make-ahead lunch.
Prep Time20 minutesmins
Total Time20 minutesmins
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Servings: 8servings
Author: amandamouttaki@gmail.com
Ingredients
1cupquinoarinsed (I used white)
2cupswater
1teaspoonsalt
2lemonsjuiced
¼cupolive oil
1teaspoonblack pepper
5green onionssliced thin
2bunchesabout 1 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
1cupchopped flat leaf parsley
1English cucumberdiced
1pintcherry tomatoesquartered
15 ounce package crumbled feta
Instructions
Pour water into a medium saucepan. Add the salt and quinoa. Cook, covered, over medium-high heat until boiling. Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue cooking for approximately 15 minutes or until the grains are soft and opened.
Meanwhile, in a small jar, add the lemon juice, olive oil, and black pepper. Place the lid on the jar and shake until well blended.
In a large bowl, combine the green onions, mint, parsley, cucumber, and tomatoes. Stir in the cooked quinoa. Pour the dressing over the top and toss to combine.
Add the feta cheese and stir just until blended.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to four days.