Zesty Citrus Quinoa Salad

Name: Zesty Citrus Quinoa Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: Serves 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa; 1 orange, peeled and segmented; 1 avocado, diced; 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; Salt and pepper to taste

Jennifer

6 months ago

Cuisine: Mediterranean

This Zesty Citrus Quinoa Salad is a refreshing combination of flavors and textures. The juicy oranges, creamy avocado, and tangy feta cheese come together with the nutty quinoa to create a delicious and vibrant dish that is perfect for a light lunch or a side dish for dinner.

Zesty Citrus Quinoa Salad recipe - Mediterranean easy difficulty dish

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Difficulty: EASY

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Serving Size: Serves 4

Ingredients:

1 cup quinoa
1 orange, peeled and segmented
1 avocado, diced
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Cook the quinoa according to package instructions and let it cool.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, orange segments, avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and feta cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.