Mediterranean Quinoa and Lentil Salad
Prep 20 min · Cook 15 min · Serves 5 · medium

A vibrant and nourishing salad featuring protein-packed quinoa and lentils, crisp vegetables, and a zesty lemon-herb dressing.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 1 cup green lentils, cooked
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1
1. Cook the quinoa according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and let cool.
- 2
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, lentils, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, olives, parsley, and basil.


