Greek Quinoa Salad
Nutritional Info
- Servings Per Recipe: 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 313.1
- Total Fat: 14.7 g
- Cholesterol: 16.7 mg
- Sodium: 272.8 mg
- Total Carbs: 38.0 g
- Dietary Fiber: 4.3 g
- Protein: 9.6 g
View full nutritional breakdown of Greek Quinoa Salad calories by ingredient
Introduction
Adapted from a popular online recipe, edited to reduce fat and increase protein. Adapted from a popular online recipe, edited to reduce fat and increase protein.Number of Servings: 4
Ingredients
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Cider Vinegar, 1/4 cup
Garlic, 2 cloves
Black Olives, canned, 3 tbsp
Parsley, 1/3
Fresh Cilantro, 1/3 cup
Onions, raw, 1 small
Feta Cheese, 1/2 cup, crumbled
Cucumber (with peel), 0.5 cup slices
Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 2 tbsp
Quinoa, dry, 1 cup
1 cup cherry tomatoes
Juice from 1/2 lemon
Tips
You may also add any additional vegetables that you like, such as lightly steamed broccoli, snap peas or diced bell pepper.
Directions
In a medium-large saucepan, cook the quinoa for 15-20 minutes, until tender, stirring occasionally. Allow to cool.
In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil.
Gently toss the quinoa together with the remaining ingredients, except feta. Pour the olive oil mixture over the quinoa.
Add more salt and pepper to taste and gently stir in the feta cheese.
Serving Size: makes 4 salad portions
Number of Servings: 4
Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user CICIGO.
In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil.
Gently toss the quinoa together with the remaining ingredients, except feta. Pour the olive oil mixture over the quinoa.
Add more salt and pepper to taste and gently stir in the feta cheese.
Serving Size: makes 4 salad portions
Number of Servings: 4
Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user CICIGO.