Description
Discover easy and quick Mediterranean lunch ideas for healthy meals. Get inspired with recipes perfect for a refreshing and flavorful lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, Kalamata olives, and red onion.
- Add the crumbled feta cheese to the bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
- For added protein, include grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice and olive oil to your preference.
- This salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg