Greek Quinoa Salad

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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

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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

    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.