Description
A collection of innovative snack ideas for culinary enthusiasts looking to elevate their appetizer game.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water to remove bitterness.
- In a saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff quinoa with a fork and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
- Garnish with crumbled feta cheese before serving.
Notes
- For a protein boost, add cooked chickpeas or grilled chicken.
- For a vegan option, omit feta cheese.
- Chill the salad for 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
- Garnish with additional herbs for a fresh finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing and chilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: snack ideas, quinoa salad, Mediterranean snacks, healthy appetizers