Sunlit Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Allergens

N/A

Ingredients

• 1 cup uncooked quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 2 cups baby spinach, packed
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cucumber, diced
• 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 lemon, juiced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is cooked and fluffy. Remove from heat and let cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pour over salad and toss to combine.

Chef’s Insight

Make this dish your own by adding your favorite Mediterranean ingredients like olives, artichokes, or feta cheese.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the amounts of each ingredient according to your taste preferences.