Greek Quinoa Salad
Quinoa is already high in protein but you could add bacon to up the protein factor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 cup chopped seedless cucumber
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell peppers
- 1/2 cup chopped green bell peppers
- 2 Tbs chopped fresh parsley
- 1 Tbs chopped fresh mint
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 Tbs olive oil
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted sunflower seeds (optional)
Directions
- Cook quinoa according to package directions in water.
- Add all other ingredients to a large bowl.
- When quinoa is cooked, add to bowl and stir to combine.
- Let sit for about 15 minutes before serving so that the flavors can combine.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 290
Calories from Fat 123 (42%)
(22%)Total Fat 14g
(8%)Saturated Fat 2g
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g
Monounsaturated Fat 7g
(0%)Cholesterol 0mg
(10%)Sodium 251mg
(15%)Potassium 523mg
Total Carbohydrate 36g
(19%)Dietary Fiber 5g
Sugars 2g
Sugar Alcohols 0g
(16%)Protein 8g
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