Ingredients

• Quinoa - 1 cup
• Water - 2 cups
• Cucumber - 1, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
• Red onion - ¼, finely chopped
• Kalamata olives - ½ cup, pitted and sliced
• Feta cheese - ½ cup, crumbled
• Fresh parsley - ¼ cup, chopped
• Extra-virgin olive oil - ¼ cup
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Instructions

1. 1.

   Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain.

2. 2.

   In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed.

3. 3.

   Fluff the quinoa with a fork and let it cool.

4. 4.

   In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, olives, feta cheese, and parsley.

5. 5.

   In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.

6. 6.

   Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.

7. 7.

   Adjust seasoning to taste and serve.

Nutritional Facts