Greek Quinoa Salad

Ingredients:

  • 3 tbsp lemon juice (May need more)
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • ¼ tsp dried oregano
  • 1 garlic clove (smashed and finely choped)
  • kosher salt
  • black pepper (freshly ground)
  • ¼ cup olive oil, extra virgin
  • 1 cup quinoa (Mix in some red quinoa)
  • 2 cups grape tomatoes (red and yellow)
  • 1 cup kalamata olives
  • 2 Green onions
  • 2 pickled cherry peppers (diced)
  • 1 red onion (halved and thinly sliced)
  • ½ English cucumber (diced, small)
  • feta cheese

Instructions:

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.

Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/bobby-flay/greek-quinoa-salad-recipe.html

Servings: 4

Source: Bobby Flay