Lunch

Lunch serves as a vital meal offering the energy to sustain the afternoon’s demands. This recipe is designed to assemble a nutritious and appealing meal swiftly, suitable for any day of the week. It includes a range of ingredients from crisp vegetables to rich feta cheese, all combined into a refreshing quinoa salad. Whether you are looking for a quick office lunch or a relaxing weekend meal, this quinoa salad is a delightful choice.

Ingredients

• 2 cups quinoa, cooked
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp oregano, dried

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, chopped parsley, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped olives.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, olive oil, and dried oregano.
3. Pour the dressing over the quinoa salad and toss to ensure it is evenly distributed.
4. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Keywords: Quinoa, Healthy, Vegetarian, Feta, Salad, Lunch

Spice Rack: Oregano, Dried

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