Cucumber and Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

easy 15 min 220 cal
Ingredients

1 medium cucumber, diced 1/2 cup cooked quinoa 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 tablespoon red onion, finely chopped 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice Salt and pepper to taste

This refreshing cucumber and quinoa salad is perfect for a light meal. Packed with nutrients and flavors, it features crunchy cucumbers, fluffy quinoa, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette that ties everything together.

Main Dish
Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the diced cucumber, cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley. 2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette. 3. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss well to combine. 4. Let the salad sit for a few minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

You May Also Like
Grape and Rosemary Chicken with Couscous
Chocolate-Chili Beef Mole Bowl
Red Wine Mushroom Chicken with Creamy Polenta
Catalan Chicken with Prunes and Pine Nuts
Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast with Garlic Mashed Cauliflower
Creamy Coconut Chicken Curry
Garlic Parmesan Creamy Pasta
Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tart
Persian Saffron Lamb Stew (Khoresht-e Gheymé)
Caramelized Onion and Crispy Potato Hash
Creamy Pork and Mushroom Pasta with Toasted Nuts
Garlic Ginger Pork Pasta with Mushrooms
Creamy Pork and Mushroom Pasta
Creamy Yogurt Chicken Salad
Gluten-Free Afghan Kapisa Chalaw with Lamb and Yogurt Bread