Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
If you're looking for a delicious and healthy salad recipe, look no further than this Mediterranean quinoa salad! Quinoa is a nutrient-rich grain that is perfect for vegetarian and vegan diets, and this salad is packed with flavorful vegetables and herbs.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 1/2 red onion diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold water for about 2 minutes.
- In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil and stir in 1 cup of quinoa.
- Bring to a low simmer and put a lid on the saucepan.
- Cook for 12-14 minutes, or until fully cooked through. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
- Let cool slightly before adding to the salad.
- To make the dressing, whisk together all of the ingredients in a small bowl or jar and set aside.
- To assemble the salad, add the cooled quinoa to a large bowl along with the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, parsley, and mint leaves.
- Pour the dressing over top and toss everything together until coated evenly