Mediterranean Quinoa Salad: A Protein-Packed Summer Recipe
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About Mediterranean Quinoa Salad: A Protein-Packed Summer Recipe
Start your day with a burst of Mediterranean sunshine! This vibrant Quinoa Summer Salad is a delicious and healthy breakfast or light lunch, brimming with protein and flavor. It's quick to prepare, making it perfect for busy mornings.Combining fluffy quinoa with chickpeas, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant herbs, this salad is a delightful mix of textures and tastes. A zesty lemon-garlic vinaigrette ties it all together, creating a refreshing and satisfying meal.Packed with protein and fiber, this salad will keep you feeling full and energized throughout the morning. Perfect for meal prepping, it's equally enjoyable fresh or at room temperature. Get ready to enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean, every morning!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep30 minutes
Cook10 minutes
Total40 minutes
Ingredients
For the Quinoa
For the Salad
- 1 cup Chickpeas and drained; or cooked from dry, canned, rinsed
- 1 large Cucumber diced
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
- 1/4 cup Mint Leaves chopped, fresh
- 1/2 cup Parsley chopped, fresh
- 1/4 cup Spring Onions finely chopped
- 4 ounces Feta Cheese crumbled, for garnish
For the Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette
- 4 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1/2 cup Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
- 4 clove Garlic minced
- 1 tsp Salt or to taste
- 1/2 tsp Pepper black, freshly ground, or to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Quinoa
- Cook the quinoa according to package directions, using a 1:2 ratio of quinoa to water or vegetable broth. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool.
Assemble the Salad
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped mint, parsley, and spring onions.
Make the Vinaigrette
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Dress and Serve
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine. Garnish with crumbled feta cheese and serve immediately or chill for later.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips
- For a heartier salad, add grilled chicken or halloumi cheese.
- To make this a complete meal, add a handful of toasted nuts or seeds for extra crunch and healthy fats.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of lemon juice and garlic to your liking.
- Prepare the salad ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator. The flavors will meld beautifully overnight.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 425kcalCarbohydrates: 74gProtein: 17gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 726mgPotassium: 899mgFiber: 11gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1104IUVitamin C: 36mgCalcium: 109mgIron: 6mg
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This is awesome! Can’t wait to cook it.
What a flavorful dish! Thanks for sharing.
Looks so incredible! Thank you for sharing.