Description
This Easy Quinoa Salad Recipe comes together in just about 20 minutes and is packed with veggies and protein! It can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner or a side dish and can be prepped ahead of time for easy eating. Whether you’re new to eating quinoa, or enjoy it frequently, you will love this easy and delicious quinoa salad recipe.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked quinoa
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup small diced cucumber
- 1 large red bell pepper, small diced
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 3/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, or fresh herb of choice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- If not using leftover quinoa, let quinoa cool a little first before adding it to the salad. Add all of the recipe ingredients to a large bowl. Use a large spoon to mix salad together well and make sure the oil and lemon juice are completely mixed in.
- Give the quinoa salad a taste and add extra salt and pepper, if needed. Salad can be served immediately or stored in the refrigerator for about 4-5 days. Enjoy for lunch or as a side dish.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Vegetarian, Gluten Free
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
