Greek Quinoa Salad

Greek Quinoa Salad

This take on a Greek salad gives quinoa a new burst of flavor and is packed with protein! Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Yield:
6 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

Dressing

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Salad

  • ½ cup pine nuts
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups chopped fresh spinach
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup halved grape tomatoes
  • ½ cup halved Kalamata olives
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ¼ cup minced red onion

Directions

Step 1
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir pine nuts in the hot skillet until fragrant and toasted, about 5 minutes.

Step 2
Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes; fluff with a fork and cool to room temperature.

Step 3
Mix quinoa, spinach, kidney beans, tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, and onion together in a bowl.

Step 4
Whisk olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper together in a bowl until dressing is smooth; drizzle over quinoa mixture and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

385
Calories
23g
Fat
35g
Carbs
13g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 385
% Daily Value *
Total Fat23g 29%
Saturated Fat5g 23%
Cholesterol11mg 4%
Sodium489mg 21%
Total Carbohydrate35g 13%
Dietary Fiber8g 27%
Total Sugars1g
Protein13g
Vitamin C10mg 48%
Calcium121mg 9%
Iron4mg 22%
Potassium370mg 8%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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