Blueberry Feta Quinoa Salad
High in fiber, rich in antioxidants, low in sugar, this refreshing blueberry feta quinoa salad is full of flavor. Perfect for breakfast, lunch or as a side.
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 585kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cup water
- 12 oz blueberries
- 1 cup mint fresh, chopped
- 2 oz feta cheese crumbled
- 2 key limes juice only
- 1 cup citrus flavored extra virgin olive oil for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa with water.
- Bring 2 cups of water to boil. When water is boiling, transfer rinsed quinoa and return to boil.
- Cover, reduce heat to low and continue to cook until the water is gone and quinoa is cooked, about 12-15 minutes.
- When quinoa is done, transfer to a mixing bowl and cool to room temperature.
- Gently stir in blueberries, mint, feta and lime juice.
Refrigerate until ready to serve. - Serve with citrus flavored extra virgin olive oil , for garnish.
Notes
Serving Suggestions: Not a fan of feta? Serve with some low-fat Greek yogurt.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/2 cup | Calories: 585kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 31g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 132mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 35g
