Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Ingredients

• 1 cup Quinoa
• 2 cups Water
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 cup Red onion
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese
• 0.25 cup Kalamata olives(optional)
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the quinoa under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer.

2. 2

   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 water is absorbed.

3. 3

   Remove from heat and let the quinoa sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and let cool to room temperature.

4. 4

   While quinoa cools, dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely mince the red onion.

5. 5

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.

6. 6

   Add the cooled quinoa, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, olives, and crumbled feta to the bowl.

7. 7

   Toss gently to combine all ingredients with the dressing.

8. 8

   Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.