Healthy Feasting: Guilt-Free Recipes for a Delicious Festive Season

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad Recipe

If you’re looking for a refreshing and nutritious side dish to pair with your mains, this Mediterranean quinoa salad is a perfect choice. Packed with fresh vegetables, quinoa, and a tangy dressing, it’s a light yet satisfying addition to any festive spread.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa, cooked
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 tomato, diced
• 1 red onion, finely chopped
• 1 red pepper, diced
• ¼ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Method:

1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cucumber, tomato, onion, red pepper, olives, and feta.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
4. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve chilled or at room temperature.