Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
WINNER: Second Place (Whole Grains)
By Jeanne S., Lauren M., Jeanne G. and Rodney P. from Bellingham Public Schools, Bellingham, MA.
Description
The Mediterrean Quinoa Salad is a good addition to our 'Extra's' Serving line where students are offered an unlimited variety of Fresh and Chilled Fruits and Vegetables to complement their lunch.
It is a side salad that features a colorful variety of vegetables including red peppers, parsley, chopped cherry tomatoes & feta cheese in a light lemon based dressing
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 3/4 cup
Calories | 160 |
From Fat | 34.9% |
From Saturated Fat | 6.33% |
From Sugar | 0% |
Sodium | 457mg |
Ingredients
Ingredient | 6 servings | 50 servings |
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Quinoa | 1 cup | 2 qt |
Chicken Broth, Low Salt | 2 cup | 1 gallon |
Lemon Juice | 2 tbs | 1 cup |
Vinegar, Red Wine | 2 tbs | 1/2 cup |
Garlic, Fresh Chopped | 1 tsp | 2 tbs |
Olive Oil | 1 1/2 tbs | 1/2 cup |
Salt | 1 tsp | 1 tbs |
Pepper, White Ground | 1/4 tsp | 1 tsp |
Peppers, Sweet Red, Fresh, Chopped | 1/2 cup | 1 qt |
Parsley, Raw, Chopped | 2 tbs | 1 cup |
Green Onions, chopped, incl tops & bulbs | 1/4 cup | 1 cup |
Red Onion, chopped | 2 tbs | 3/4 cup |
Cherry Tomatoes, halved | 1/2 cup | 1 qt |
Black Olives, sliced | 2 tbs | 1 cup |
Feta Cheese, crumbled | 1 tbs | 1 cup |
Preparation
Place quinoa in strainer and rinse under running water. Put quinoa and chicken broth in saucepan and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce to a simmer. Cook for 10-15 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed. Set aside to cool.
Combine lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, oil salt & pepper. Set aside.
Combine Veggies in a bowl. Stir in cooled quinoa, feta and dressing. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
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