{"id":13541,"date":"2023-10-04T17:19:30","date_gmt":"2023-10-04T06:19:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/herheart.org\/?p=13541"},"modified":"2023-10-04T17:19:30","modified_gmt":"2023-10-04T06:19:30","slug":"lindas-kitchen-healthy-mediterranean-quinoa-salad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/area54.thedct.net\/herheart\/lindas-kitchen-healthy-mediterranean-quinoa-salad\/","title":{"rendered":"Linda’s Kitchen: Healthy Mediterranean Quinoa Salad"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ingredients:<\/b><\/p>\n

1 cup quinoa, rinsed<\/span><\/p>\n

2 cups water or vegetable broth<\/span><\/p>\n

1 cucumber, diced<\/span><\/p>\n

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved<\/span><\/p>\n

1\/2 red onion, finely chopped<\/span><\/p>\n

1\/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced<\/span><\/p>\n

1\/4 cup crumbled feta cheese\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil<\/span><\/p>\n

2 tablespoons lemon juice<\/span><\/p>\n

2 cloves garlic, minced<\/span><\/p>\n

1 teaspoon dried oregano<\/span><\/p>\n

Salt and pepper to taste<\/span><\/p>\n

Fresh parsley or basil for garnish<\/span><\/p>\n

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Instructions:<\/b><\/p>\n

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  1. \u00a0Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness. In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 2 cups of water or vegetable broth to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and the liquid is absorbed. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and let it cool to room temperature.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and sliced Kalamata olives.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Pour the dressing over the quinoa and vegetable mixture, and toss everything together until well combined.<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. If using, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top of the salad.<\/span><\/li>\n
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil leaves for added freshness and flavour.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Serve the Mediterranean Quinoa Salad chilled or at room temperature as a light and satisfying meal. It’s a perfect dish for lunch, dinner, or to bring to bbqs and gatherings. Enjoy the nutritious goodness while keeping your cholesterol levels in check!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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