Quinoa Mediterraneana Recipe

Name: Quinoa Mediterraneana
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups quinoa; 4 cups water, plus 4 1/2 cups water; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup sliced marinated artichoke hearts; 1/4 cup sliced pitted Kalamata olives; 1/2 bunch fresh spinach, cleaned and cut into chiffonade; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 2 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped; 1/2 cup Greek dressing, recipe follows; Handful toasted pine nuts; 1/2 cup crumbled goat feta; 1 tablespoon lemon freshly grated zest; 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar; 1/4 cup orange juice; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried mint; 1 teaspoon dried fresh basil; Sea salt and black pepper

Servings: persons

2 cups quinoa
4 cups water, plus 4 1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon sea salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup sliced marinated artichoke hearts
1/4 cup sliced pitted Kalamata olives
1/2 bunch fresh spinach, cleaned and cut into chiffonade
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
1/2 cup Greek dressing, recipe follows
Handful toasted pine nuts
1/2 cup crumbled goat feta
1 tablespoon lemon freshly grated zest
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried mint
1 teaspoon dried fresh basil
Sea salt and black pepper

1
Cover quinoa with 4 cups of water and rub the grains between the palm of your hands for 2 seconds.
2
Drain and repeat the process 1 more time.
3
Bring 4 1/2 cups water to a boil; add quinoa, sea salt, and olive oil.
4
Cover, lower heat, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until water is absorbed.
5
Let cool, then fluff with a fork.
6
Add the artichoke hearts, Kalamata olives, spinach, cherry tomatoes, parsley, and Greek dressing, and toss to mix well.
7
Sprinkle with pine nuts and goat feta.
8
Whisk together all the ingredients in a bowl.
9
Check and adjust the seasonings.

312

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups quinoa, 4 cups water, plus 4 1/2 cups water, 1 teaspoon sea salt, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Quinoa Mediterraneana falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quinoa Mediterraneana

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