Quinoa, cucumber, tomato, feta & basil salad

This delightful dish combines fluffy quinoa, fragrant basil, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and creamy feta cheese, all brought together with a zesty lime and olive oil dressing. A colorful and nutritious masterpiece that's as pleasing to the palate as it is to the eye.

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

1. Rinse the quinoa thoroughly in a fine-mesh sieve under cold water to remove any bitterness.

Step 2

2. In a saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and 2 cups of water. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the water is absorbed. Remove it from heat and fluff it with a fork. Allow it to cool to room temperature.

Step 3

3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, chopped basil, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and crumbled feta cheese.

Step 4

4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.

Step 5

5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl and gently toss everything together to ensure even coating.

Step 6

6. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed.

Step 7

7. Serve your Quinoa Basil Salad immediately as a refreshing side dish or a light meal. Enjoy!