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Quinoa salad in bowl with feta cheese, sun dried tomatoes and chickpeas
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Greek Quinoa Salad

This Greek Quinoa Salad is bursting with delicious Mediterranean flavors, healthy ingredients & plant based protein! It's easy to make, vegetarian & gluten free!
Servings: 4 people
Prep Time: 29 mins
Total Time: 29 mins
Author: Whitney Bond
Course: Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ cup red onion, minced
  • ¼ cup green bell pepper, minced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • ¼ cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 2 tbsp green onions, diced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ¼ tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ¼ cup capers
  • 15.5 oz can chickpeas, drained & rinsed
  • ½ cup zucchini, diced
  • ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • ¼ cup sun dried tomatoes

Instructions

  • Add the quinoa and 2 cups of water to a medium pot on the stove over high heat.
  • Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in small skillet on the stove over medium high heat, add the onion and bell pepper.
  • Sauté for 2-3 minutes, then add the garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
  • Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Combine the remaining ½ cup olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, green onions, oregano, salt and pepper in a medium bowl.
  • Whisk well, then add the sauteed onion, bell pepper and garlic.
  • Add the tomatoes to the dressing.
  • Add the cooked quinoa, capers, chickpeas and zucchini to a large bowl.
  • Add the tomatoes and vinaigrette dressing to the salad and toss well.
  • Top with feta cheese and sun dried tomatoes.

Notes

  • To make this quinoa salad vegan, simply omit the feta cheese.
  • I use tri-color quinoa in this recipe, but any type of quinoa will work just fine.
  • This quinoa salad will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • If you want to add grilled chicken to this salad, check out this Greek chicken recipe. The flavor of the marinade pairs perfectly with this salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving 2gCalories 636kcal (32%)Carbohydrates 55g (18%)Protein 15g (30%)Fat 41g (63%)Saturated Fat 6g (30%)Cholesterol 8mg (3%)Sodium 888mg (37%)Potassium 828mg (24%)Fiber 9g (36%)Sugar 7g (8%)Vitamin A 410mg (8%)Vitamin C 29.9mg (36%)Calcium 133mg (13%)Iron 4.8mg (27%)
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