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    Greek Quinoa Salad

    June 27, 2017 by Tara Buss 2 Comments

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    Greek quinoa salad

    Greek flavors are some of my favorite flavors, especially in the summer when tomatoes and cucumbers are in season.  The saltiness of the feta and olives pair so nicely with the coolness of the cucumbers and tomatoes.

    Greek quinoa salad with quinoa, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, onions and feta in a bowl.

    I thought it would be fun to pair my favorite Greek flavors with quinoa in a salad that can be a stand alone meal for a meatless light lunch/dinner or a side dish.  I think this would be delicious paired with my herbed chicken kabobs or ground beef gyros.

    Lemon herb chicken kabobs in a white dish

    This Greek quinoa salad will be the most affordable if you have homegrown tomatoes and cucumbers either from your own garden or from a friend's.  I know I am always happy to share my garden goodies with friends and family, so it doesn't hurt to ask!  If you don't have access to the free garden veg, I once again refer to my favorite money saving store, Aldi.  I always buy my quinoa there too.  A great bargain!

    Greek quinoa salad
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    Greek quinoa salad

    A fresh summer salad with a Greek dressing and summer vegetables.
    Course Salad
    Cuisine Mediterranean
    Keyword quinoa, salad
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes minutes
    Servings 6
    Author Tara Buss

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup quinoa
    • 2 cups water
    • 1 cup cucumber chopped
    • 1 cup tomatoes chopped or halved
    • ½ cup red onions sliced
    • ½ cup Kalamata olives
    • 2 T. olive oil
    • 2 T. red wine vinegar
    • 2 cloves garlic minced or pressed
    • 1 tsp. dried oregano
    • salt and pepper to taste start with ¼ tsp and work up
    • crumbled feta cheese as desired

    Instructions

    • Rinse quinoa thoroughly to remove bitter taste.
    • Combine quinoa and water and cook (see notes below)
    • When quinoa is cooked and cooled, add cucumber, tomatoes, onions, and olives.
    • Whisk together oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano and salt and pour over quinoa and vegetables. Stir to combine.
    • Taste and add salt and pepper as desired.
    • Feel free to add fresh herbs if you have them. I recommend parsley, mint, oregano, and chives.
    • Top with feta when serving.

    Notes

    To cook quinoa on the stovetop: Combine water and quinoa in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
    To cook quinoa in an instant pot: Combine water and quinoa in the instant pot. Press manual, then high pressure for 8 minutes. Release pressure manually when timer goes off. Fluff with fork.

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    1. Jeanne

      May 12, 2019 at 8:47 pm

      5 stars
      This one is a winner in our house! It makes a big batch but it is really good left over for lunch.

      Reply
      • Tara Buss

        May 13, 2019 at 6:19 pm

        Yay! I love it for lunch in the summer too!

        Reply

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