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Mediterranean Quinoa Salad (in a jar)

This recipe is perfect for meal prep or taking on-the-go lunches. The layers of flavorful ingredients create a vibrant and satisfying salad that's packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 Servings

Ingredients
  

For the Salad:

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • ½ English cucumber diced
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives pitted and halved
  • ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh mint leaves chopped
  • Optional additional vegetables: diced bell peppers chopped artichoke hearts, sliced avocado

For the Dressing:

  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions
 

  • Cook Quinoa:
    In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed quinoa and reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
  • Prepare Dressing:
    In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined. Set aside.
  • Assemble Salad in Jars:
    Divide the dressing evenly among four 16-ounce mason jars, pouring it into the bottom of each jar.
    Layer the cooked and cooled quinoa evenly on top of the dressing in each jar.
    Layer the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, red onion, crumbled feta cheese, chopped parsley, and chopped mint on top of the quinoa in each jar, dividing the ingredients evenly among the jars.
    If using additional vegetables, add them on top of the other ingredients in the jars.
  • Seal and Store:
    Seal the mason jars tightly with their lids and refrigerate until ready to serve. The salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
  • Serve:
    When ready to eat, shake the jar to distribute the dressing evenly over the salad ingredients. Eat the Mediterranean Quinoa Salad directly from the jar or pour it into a bowl to enjoy.
  • Enjoy your delicious and convenient Mediterranean Quinoa Salad in a Jar!
Keyword Mediterranean Quinoa Salad