Lemony Quinoa Salad with Feta and Cucumber
Lemony Quinoa Salad with Feta and Cucumber is a refreshing dish that brings together vibrant flavors and textures in a delightful bowl. This easy-to-make salad features fluffy quinoa, crisp cucumbers, creamy feta, and a zesty lemon dressing, making it perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight dinners. Experience a burst of Mediterranean flavors that will awaken your palate and impress family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 large cucumber, chopped
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 fresh lemons, juiced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh parsley or mint, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water until clear. Combine with 2 cups of water in a saucepan, bring to boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy.
- While quinoa cooks, chop cucumber into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix cooled quinoa with chopped cucumber and crumbled feta.
- Whisk lemon juice and olive oil in a small bowl; drizzle over the salad mixture.
- Fold in fresh herbs, season with salt and pepper to taste, and toss gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: - To enhance flavor, rinse quinoa well before cooking to remove bitterness. - Feel free to add other veggies like bell peppers or cherry tomatoes for more variety. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.