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- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling and Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- In a saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, spinach, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
- Serve warm or chilled.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- This recipe can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to substitute vegetables based on seasonal availability.