Greek Quinoa Salad
Create a flavorful and nutritious salad using expired feta cheese and other fresh ingredients. Keep the salad refrigerated and consume within a day.
15
Prep Time (min)
0
Cook Time (min)
15
Total Time (min)
2
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup expired feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Difficulty:Easy
Tags:
expired-food-recipefood-waste-reduction
Instructions
1
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, expired feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, red onion, and parsley.
2
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3
Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss gently to combine.
4
Refrigerate the Greek quinoa salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5
Serve chilled and consume within a day for optimal food safety.
6
Enjoy as a light lunch or as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish.