Are you seeking a delectable and wholesome dish bursting with Mediterranean flavors? Look no further! Embark on a culinary journey to create a refreshing Greek quinoa salad with avocados, a vibrant fusion of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. This delectable salad, brimming with the goodness of quinoa, fresh avocado, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and zesty red onions, is a symphony of flavors that will transport you to the heart of Greece. Enhanced with a tangy, herbaceous dressing, this salad is not only delightful to the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. Join us as we guide you through each step of crafting this delightful dish, revealing the secrets to achieving the perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GREEK QUINOA SALAD WITH AVOCADOS!
This salad is a personal favorite, it is light, healthy, refreshing and quick - perfect for a summer day! Start the quinoa first then chop all your veggies and make the dressing; you'll be done in 15 minutes with a gluten-free, high protein and nutritious meal. Pair it with steak and chilled white wine. BON APPETITE!
Provided by Sweet Tortellini
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring quinoa and water OR chicken broth to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
- In a medium bowl, stir together quinoa, tomatoes, spinach, and onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, oil, and salt. Mix with quinoa.
- Place quinoa on plates and sprinkle with feta and avocado.
- Enjoy!
GREEK QUINOA SALAD
Provided by Bobby Flay
Time 1h25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Whisk together the lemon juice, vinegar, oregano, garlic and some salt and pepper in a small bowl. Slowly whisk in the oil until emulsified. Let sit at room temperature while you prepare the salad to allow the flavors to meld.
- Rinse the quinoa in a strainer until the water runs clear. Combine the quinoa, 2 cups water, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small saucepan, bring to a boil and cook until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes.
- Transfer to a bowl, fluff with a fork and let sit for 5 minutes to cool slightly. Add the tomatoes, olives, green onions, cherry peppers, red onions, cucumbers and dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 8 hours before serving. The longer it sits the better the flavor.
- Just before serving, transfer to a platter and sprinkle feta on top.
QUINOA SALAD WITH AVOCADO AND KALAMATA OLIVES
This is inspired by a salad I recently enjoyed in a small vegetarian restaurant called Siggy's on Henry Street in Brooklyn Heights. They called it a quinoa Greek salad, but really the only thing that was Greek about it was the kalamata olives. No matter, it was still delicious.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, weekday, salads and dressings
Time 45m
Yield Serves 4 to 6
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Place the quinoa in a strainer and rinse several times with cold water. Place in a medium saucepan with 1 1/4 cups water and salt to taste. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer 15 minutes, until the grains display a thread-like spiral and the water is absorbed. Remove from the heat, remove the lid and place a dish towel over the pan, then return the lid to the pan and let sit for 10 minutes or longer undisturbed. Transfer to a salad bowl and fluff with forks. Allow to cool.
- Add the remaining salad ingredients except the salad greens to the bowl. Whisk together the dressing ingredients. If using yogurt, thin out if desired with a tablespoon of water.
- Just before serving toss the lettuces with 3 tablespoons of the dressing. Toss the quinoa mixture with the rest of the dressing. Line a salad bowl or platter with the greens, top with the quinoa, and serve. Or if preferred, toss together the greens and quinoa mixture before serving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 208, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 486 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
RED QUINOA AND AVOCADO SALAD
A tasty combination of quinoa, avocado, cumin, and lime juice with fresh veggies for a delicious meal!
Provided by Gitano
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Avocado Salad Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring the quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender, and the water has been absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes. Spread into a mixing bowl, and refrigerate until cold.
- Once the quinoa has chilled, gently stir in the tomatoes, cucumber, and onion. Season with lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper; stir to combine. Divide the spinach leaves onto salad plates, and top with the quinoa salad. Garnish with the avocado slices to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.2 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 11.5 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 45.8 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
QUINOA GREEK SALAD
Make and share this Quinoa Greek Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Fluffy
Categories Grains
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a saucepan, bring stock to a boil.
- Stir in quinoa.
- Reduce heat to med low and cover.
- Cook 15 minutes, until liquid is absorbed.
- Transfer to a large bowl and cool.
- Stir veggies and cheese into cooled quinoa.
- Whisk together dressing ingredients.
- Pour over quinoa mixture and toss.
BEST GREEK QUINOA SALAD
This is my absolute favorite quinoa recipe! It's so flavorful and always a big hit with my family and friends. Trust me, you'll want to eat every single bite!
Provided by Allison.Kaye
Categories Salad Grains Quinoa Salad Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring broth and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer quinoa to a large bowl and set aside to cool, about 10 minutes.
- Mix tomatoes, parsley, kalamata olives, onion, feta cheese, olive oil, vinegar, and garlic into quinoa. Squeeze lemon juice over quinoa salad, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Chill in refrigerator, 1 to 4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.8 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 665.7 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
QUINOA SALAD WITH AVOCADO MAYO
Easy to put together and full of flavour, this healthy lunch option proides iron, folate, vitamin C and fibre. Make it vegetarian by leaving out the chicken
Provided by Sara Buenfeld
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Supper
Time 28m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put the quinoa in a pan of boiling water and simmer for about 18 mins until the grains burst. Tip into a sieve and rinse under cold water.
- Meanwhile, scoop the avocado into a bowl and add the garlic, mustard and 2 tbsp lemon juice, then blitz with a hand blender or in a food processor until smooth. Add 1-2 tbsp cold water if it's too thick.
- Stir the lemon zest into the quinoa, along with the corn, salad vegetables, mint and pumpkin seeds, then flavour with a little more lemon juice. Tip onto plates or into containers. Top with the chicken, if using, and spoon over the avocado mayo.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 507 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 40 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 11 grams fiber, Protein 30 grams protein, Sodium 0.13 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your Greek quinoa salad shine. Look for ripe avocados, crisp cucumbers, and juicy tomatoes.
- Don't overcook the quinoa: Quinoa should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked quinoa will be mushy and unpleasant.
- Let the salad cool before serving: This will help the flavors to meld and the salad will be more refreshing.
- Serve the salad with a variety of toppings: Feta cheese, Kalamata olives, and fresh herbs are all great options. You can also add a drizzle of olive oil or a squeeze of lemon juice.
Conclusion:
Greek quinoa salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its bright flavors and colorful ingredients, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.
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