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Indulge in Mediterranean Comfort Food: A Taste of Wholesome Bliss

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This vibrant Mediterranean comfort food recipe brings together fresh vegetables, quinoa, feta, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing to create a healthy and flavorful meal perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
  • Optional: 1/4 cup artichoke hearts, chopped
  • Optional: 1 tbsp capers
  • Optional: A sprinkle of sumac

Instructions

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water using a fine mesh strainer to remove bitterness.
  2. Dice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, and finely chop red onion. Place in a large bowl.
  3. Slice olives, crumble feta, and chop parsley. Set aside.
  4. In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add quinoa and a pinch of salt. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes or until tender.
  5. Fluff quinoa with a fork and let it cool slightly.
  6. Add cooked quinoa, olives, and feta to the bowl with vegetables.
  7. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Pour over salad and toss to combine.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Let the salad marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes for deeper flavor. Avoid overcooking quinoa. Rinse feta if it’s too salty. Fresh lemon juice is best.

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Keywords: mediterranean, quinoa salad, healthy, comfort food, feta, olive oil, lunch, vegetarian

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