Cucumber Quinoa Salad

A refreshing and nutritious summer salad featuring quinoa, crisp cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and tangy feta cheese. Perfect for a quick and easy dinner on warm evenings.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups water
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a saucepan, combine quinoa and water

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed

Fluff quinoa with a fork and let it cool to room temperature

In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper

Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss until well combined

Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld

Serve chilled and enjoy