Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas and Feta
A vibrant and filling quinoa salad packed with Mediterranean flavors, including chickpeas, feta, cucumber, tomatoes, and a lemon-herb vinaigrette. A complete gluten-free and nut-free meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Quinoa
- 2 cups Water
- 1 can (15 oz) Chickpeas
- 1/2 medium Cucumber
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 small Red onion
- 1/2 cup Feta cheese
- 1/4 cup Fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
- 1Rinse quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve. Combine quinoa and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until water is absorbed and quinoa is cooked.
- 2While quinoa is cooking, drain and rinse chickpeas. Chop cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- 3In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley.
- 4In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- 5Pour dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Allergy Disclaimer — Safe Plated Pte. Ltd.
This content is AI-generated by Safe Plated and is not medical advice. AI can make errors and may miss allergens or cross-contamination risks. Always read physical ingredient labels and verify allergen safety independently before preparing or consuming any food. Consult your allergist for guidance specific to your situation.
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