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Explore the vibrant and nutritious world of The Enchanted Garden Dinner, a delightful dish that brings freshness and flavor to your table. This salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with wholesome ingredients that create a perfect balance of taste and texture. From fluffy quinoa to creamy avocado and crumbled feta, this meal can be served as a light dinner or a festive side dish for gatherings.

The Enchanted Garden Dinner Quinoa Salad Recipe

A vibrant quinoa salad packed with fresh vegetables and feta cheese, drizzled with a zesty dressing. Perfect for a light and refreshing meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 medium cucumber
  • 1 whole bell pepper
  • ½ medium red onion
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • ½ cup feta cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • to taste salt
  • to taste freshly ground pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions

  • Combine rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth in a saucepan; bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Prepare dressing by whisking olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine cooled quinoa with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, avocado, and parsley.
  • Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently.
  • Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top and toss again.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Serve chilled or at room temperature for the best flavor.
Keyword feta, fresh, healthy, quinoa, salad, vegetarian