Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Feta

Instructions

1. Step 1

   Rinse the quinoa under cool running water and drain well.

   Ingredients used: 200.0 gr Quinoa

   Cookware: fine mesh strainer

2. Step 2

   Place the rinsed quinoa and water in the saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat.

   Ingredients used: 400.0 ml Water

   Cookware: saucepan

3. Step 3

   Cover, reduce to low heat, and simmer until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.

   Timer: 15 min (fixed)

   Cookware: saucepan

4. Step 4

   Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the quinoa stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff it with a fork, spread it on the tray, and cool to room temperature.

   Timer: 20 min (fixed)

   Cookware: fork, rimmed tray, saucepan

5. Step 5

   Wash and dry the fresh produce. Prepare the cucumber, tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, and olives, then place them in the mixing bowl.

   Ingredients used: 150.0 gr Bell Pepper, 200.0 gr Cucumber, 80.0 gr Olive, 60.0 gr Red Onion, 250.0 gr Tomato

   Cookware: Chef Knife, cutting board, mixing bowl

6. Step 6

   Whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper together until combined.

   Ingredients used: 1.0 gr Black Pepper, 2.0 gr Dried Oregano, 60.0 ml Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 4.0 gr Fine Salt, 8.0 gr Garlic, 45.0 ml Lemon Juice

   Cookware: small bowl, whisk

7. Step 7

   Add the cooled quinoa, feta, and parsley to the vegetables. Pour over the dressing and toss gently until evenly combined.

   Ingredients used: 150.0 gr Feta Cheese, 20.0 gr Parsley

   Cookware: mixing bowl

8. Step 8

   Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

   Cookware: mixing bowl