Quinoa Salad with Cherry Tomatoes

Ingredients

• •1 cup quinoa
• •2 cups water
• •1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• •1 cucumber, diced
• •1 bell pepper, diced
• •1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• •1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• •1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• •2 tbsp olive oil
• •1 lemon, juiced
• •Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the quinoa under cold water in a fine mesh strainer.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat.

3. 3

   Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.

4. 4

   Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.

5. 5

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese.

6. 6

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

7. 7

   Once the quinoa is cool, add it to the bowl of veggies. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.