Healthy Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
A vibrant and nutritious salad that combines protein-packed quinoa with fresh vegetables and herbs, making it a perfect choice for a healthy lunch or side dish.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa Rinse before cooking.
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (parsley, mint, or dill), chopped Use your favorite herbs.
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled Optional for a vegan version.
- 1/4 cup pistachios, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, diced cucumber, chickpeas, chopped herbs, feta cheese (if using), and pistachios.
Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with ingredients, adding roasted vegetables or different nuts for extra flavor and texture.