Quinoa Greek Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
55%
Quinoa Greek Salad
35 min.
6
247kcal

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Are you looking for a refreshing and nutritious dish that’s perfect for any occasion? Look no further than this delightful Quinoa Greek Salad! Bursting with vibrant flavors and packed with wholesome ingredients, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for your taste buds.

This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is a fantastic way to incorporate healthy grains into your diet. Quinoa, known for its high protein content and essential amino acids, serves as the perfect base for this colorful medley of fresh vegetables. With crisp cucumbers, juicy bell peppers, and tangy red onions, each bite is a crunchy explosion of flavor.

What makes this salad even more enticing is the creamy reduced-fat feta cheese and the briny black olives, which add a savory depth that complements the zesty lemon dressing. The combination of olive oil, garlic, and aromatic herbs like basil and oregano creates a dressing that ties all the ingredients together beautifully.

Ready in just 35 minutes and serving six, this Quinoa Greek Salad is ideal for a side dish, antipasti platter, or even as a light snack. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply looking for a healthy meal option, this popular recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. Dive into a bowl of this deliciousness and enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean right at home!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon basil 
  • 0.3 cup olives black
  • cups chicken stock see 
  • 0.5 cup cucumber diced
  • ounces feta cheese reduced-fat
  • teaspoon garlic minced
  • 0.3 cup green onion diced
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper diced green
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.5 teaspoon oregano 
  • servings bell pepper 
  • cup quinoa 
  • 0.3 cup onion diced red
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper diced red

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. In a saucepan, bring stock to a boil.2 Stir in quinoa.3 Reduce heat to med low and cover.4 Cook 15 minutes, until liquid is absorbed.5
  2. Transfer to a large bowl and cool.6 Stir veggies and cheese into cooled quinoa.7
  3. Whisk together dressing ingredients.8
  4. Pour over quinoa mixture and toss.

Nutrition Facts

Calories247kcal
Protein16.26%
Fat36.41%
Carbs47.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.17
Glycemic Load
1.4
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
19.269565312759%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.5mg
Hesperetin
1.47mg
Naringenin
0.14mg
Luteolin
1.15mg
Isorhamnetin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
2.32mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:246.69kcal
12.33%
Fat:10.33g
15.89%
Saturated Fat:2.3g
14.36%
Carbohydrates:30.2g
10.07%
Net Carbohydrates:25.58g
9.3%
Sugar:6.55g
7.28%
Cholesterol:9.99mg
3.33%
Sodium:335.45mg
14.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.38g
20.75%
Vitamin C:127.12mg
154.09%
Vitamin A:2849.36IU
56.99%
Manganese:0.73mg
36.49%
Folate:105.46µg
26.36%
Vitamin B6:0.5mg
24.9%
Vitamin E:3.09mg
20.63%
Magnesium:75.33mg
18.83%
Fiber:4.62g
18.47%
Phosphorus:184.02mg
18.4%
Vitamin K:18.75µg
17.86%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.51%
Potassium:501.96mg
14.34%
Vitamin B3:2.67mg
13.36%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.18%
Copper:0.26mg
12.91%
Iron:2.11mg
11.73%
Zinc:1.29mg
8.59%
Selenium:4.46µg
6.38%
Vitamin B5:0.56mg
5.64%
Calcium:36.29mg
3.63%
Source:Food.com