Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
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Serves6 (1/2 cup each)
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Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, dry
- 2 cup low sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1/4 cup red pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons green onions, diced
- 2 tablespoons red onions, peeled, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/8 cup Black olives, sliced
- 2 tablespoons feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
Directions
- Combine quinoa and chicken broth in a small pot. Cover and bring to a boil.
- Turn heat down to low and simmer until broth is completely absorbed, about 10-15 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Cover and refrigerate.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, olive oil, salt, and ground pepper to make dressing.
- Combine red peppers, green onions, red onions, tomatoes, and olives in a large mixing bowl. Mix well.
- Add dressing to vegetable mixture. Mix in cooled quinoa. Fold in feta cheese and parsley. Cover and refrigerate for about 2 hours. Serve chilled.
Recipe Tips
Use vegetable broth in place of chicken broth for vegetarian option.
Nutrition Facts
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
Amount Per Serving (1/2 cup eachg)
Calories 103
Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5g
8%
Saturated Fat 1g
5%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Cholesterol 3mg
1%
Sodium 365mg
15%
Potassium 197mg
6%
Total Carbohydrates 10g
3%
Dietary Fiber 1g
4%
Sugars 2g
Protein 4g
8%
Vitamin A
10%
Vitamin C
23%
Vitamin D0%
Calcium
3%
Iron
5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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