How to Make Best Greek Quinoa Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a healthy and delicious recipe that will transport your taste buds to the sunny shores of Greece? Look no further than this Best Greek Quinoa Salad. Packed with Mediterranean flavors and nutrient-dense ingredients, this salad is not only a feast for the senses, but also a nourishing addition to any meal or as a standalone dish.

Quinoa, the main ingredient in this salad, is a powerhouse of nutrition. It is a complete protein, meaning it contains all nine essential amino aci...

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Ingredients

  • 3 ½ cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups quinoa
  • 1 cup halved grape tomatoes
  • ¾ cup chopped fresh parsley
  • ½ cup sliced pitted kalamata olives
  • ½ cup minced red onion
  • 4 ounces chopped feta cheese, or more to taste
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, halved
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Servings: 10

  • Bring broth and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer quinoa to a large bowl and set aside to cool, about 10 minutes.
  • Mix tomatoes, parsley, kalamata olives, onion, feta cheese, olive oil, vinegar, and garlic into quinoa. Squeeze lemon juice over quinoa salad, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Chill in refrigerator, 1 to 4 hours.
  • Nutrition

    227 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 12mg
    • Sodium: 666mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 84mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 283mg