Greek Lemon and Herb Quinoa Salad

Ingredients

• 1 cup Quinoa
• 2 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 medium Cucumber, diced
• 1 large Tomato, diced
• 0.25 medium Red onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives, halved
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cup Fresh mint, chopped
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. 1Rinse quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve.
2. 2In a saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until quinoa is cooked and liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let cool.
3. 3In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cucumber, tomato, red onion, olives, parsley, and mint.
4. 4In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
5. 5Pour dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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