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Mediterranean Quinoa Salad Recipe

July 31, 2019 by Jeanette 18 Comments

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Mediterranean Quinoa Salad - this healthy salad has all the flavors of a Greek salad. It's filling, yet light - delicious and so good for you!

 This Mediterranean Quinoa Salad has all the flavors of a Greek salad. It’s a light and nutritious meal. Sponsored by Peapod.

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad - this healthy salad has all the flavors of a Greek salad. It's filling, yet light - delicious and so good for you!

I came up with this Mediterranean Quinoa Salad as a light and healthy meal that can be enjoyed anytime of the year. This quinoa salad is perfect for lunch or dinner and keeps well. Make a batch and enjoy it throughout the week. It’s filling and so good for you.

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad - this healthy salad has all the flavors of a Greek salad. It's filling, yet light - delicious and so good for you!

Although I love quinoa served as a warm side dish such as Indian Spiced Quinoa Pilaf, I enjoy it during the summer tossed with fresh vegetables to make a heartier salad. Often, I make extra quinoa just so I can use the leftovers in a cold salad the next day.

I often use my rice cooker to make quinoa because it requires no attention and can be kept warm for several hours. However, you can easily make quinoa on the stovetop. Check out my post on How To Cook Quinoa.

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad - this healthy salad has all the flavors of a Greek salad. It's filling, yet light - delicious and so good for you!

This Mediterranean Quinoa Salad is made with a combination of fresh and pantry ingredients. It’s easy to make and great for a crowd.

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad - this healthy salad has all the flavors of a Greek salad. It's filling, yet light - delicious and so good for you!

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad - this clean eating salad has all the ingredients of a Greek salad
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Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 -6

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cup bell pepper chopped
  • 1 cup seedless cucumber chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives pitted, halved
  • 1 can 15-ounce garbanzo beans
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • sea salt and fresh ground pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse and drain quinoa 2-3 times to remove saporin (bitter coating); place drained quinoa in medium saucepan with water and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cook, covered, for 15 minutes. Turn heat off and let quinoa stand for 5 additional minutes, covered. Transfer to a large mixing bowl and add vinegar, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil and oregano; set aside and let cool to room temperature.
  2. Add tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, olives, garbanzo beans, lemon juice, and remaining olive oil to quinoa. Toss well. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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Comments

  1. Liz - Meal Makeover Mom says

    November 30, 2015 at 9:20 am

    That’s my kind of recipe, and I’m all for lightening things up post-Thanksgiving. Anything w/ olives makes me very happy! Pinning now 🙂

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      December 1, 2015 at 4:58 pm

      I agree Liz – trying to eat light in between all the holiday feasting 🙂

      Reply
  2. Alison @ Ingredients, Inc. says

    November 30, 2015 at 9:45 am

    my family would love this!

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      December 1, 2015 at 4:58 pm

      Thanks Alison! Hope you’re doing well.

      Reply
  3. Asha says

    November 30, 2015 at 1:36 pm

    5 stars
    This looks so so good and healthy.

    Reply
  4. Angie@Angie's Recipes says

    November 30, 2015 at 1:53 pm

    Light yet very flavourful…I love it!

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      December 1, 2015 at 4:58 pm

      Thank you Angie!

      Reply
  5. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    November 30, 2015 at 4:00 pm

    I always love a good and classic mediterranean dish! Yum!

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      December 1, 2015 at 4:59 pm

      I love classic Mediterranean flavors too!

      Reply
  6. Nina | Whats for eats says

    November 30, 2015 at 4:56 pm

    Beautiful colours! You just know it is full of goodness that way 🙂

    Reply
  7. Emily @ Zen & Spice says

    December 1, 2015 at 12:54 pm

    Kalamata olives are soooo delish and really make Greek salad.. Greek. YUM!

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      December 1, 2015 at 4:59 pm

      I love Kalamata olives, especially the ones our local Greek market sells – so good!

      Reply
  8. Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says

    December 1, 2015 at 9:26 pm

    I’ve made something similar with farro!!! love the flavors here!!!!

    Reply
  9. Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama says

    December 5, 2015 at 5:06 pm

    This quinoa salad sounds so flavorful and fresh! It looks amazing! And I know ALL about the Ohio State/Michigan rivalry game. Let’s just say I lived in Columbus, Ohio for over 8 years. 😉

    Reply
  10. Brenda says

    May 16, 2016 at 8:26 pm

    Do you add the other 2T olive oil with the lemon juice?

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      May 17, 2016 at 5:56 pm

      Yes – thanks for catching that – just updated the recipe.

      Reply
  11. Andrea says

    July 13, 2016 at 1:33 pm

    Delicious!!

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      July 13, 2016 at 4:07 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply

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