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Aphrodite’s Greek Salad with Lemon Quinoa

Find a delicious and easy-to-prepare Greek salad with lemon quinoa recipe that's perfect for a gluten-free diet.

πŸ•’ (Prep, Cook, Total): 5 mins prep, 15 mins cook, 20 mins total
🍽 Servings: 2
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Greek

Allergens

Dairy, Gluten-Free, Vegetarian.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa, 1 lemon, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, feta cheese, fresh parsley, olive oil, salt, pepper.

Instructions

  1. Cook the quinoa, toss all ingredients in a salad, and enjoy the zesty Mediterranean flavors!

Chef’s Insight

This recipe is not just tasty; it also offers an excellent source of protein from quinoa and healthy fats from olive oil.

Notes

Make sure to rinse the quinoa before cooking for better texture.

Cultural or Historical Background

Greek salad has been a staple in Greek cuisine since the early 19th century, often referred to as "horiatiki" meaning "village salad."