Description
A collection of incredible homemade lunches that are both nutritious and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups quinoa, rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy.
- Remove from heat and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooled quinoa to the vegetable mixture.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a protein boost, add grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- Experiment with different vegetables like bell peppers or olives.
- For a vegan version, omit feta cheese.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Salad
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: incredible homemade lunches