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Quinoa Salad Mediterranean - A Healthy Way to Watch Your Weight

Course dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Mediterranean
Keyword Mediterranean, quinoa, salad
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa uncooked
  • 2 limes zest and juice
  • 4 oz. Feta cheese crumbed
  • 2 oz. Kalamata olives chopped, with brine
  • ΒΌ cup fresh parsley stems removed and chopped
  • Optional: Black pepper to taste
  • Tip: For an added layer of flavor toast the quinoa over medium heat before cooking.

Instructions

  • Cook quinoa according to package directions. Remove from heat and let cool briefly.
  • Fluff quinoa with a fork and stir in lime zest, lime juice, Feta cheese, chopped olives, and fresh parsley until thoroughly combined. Season with black pepper, to taste.
  • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.