_Adjusts apron with a sassy hair flip_
Oh. My. Goodness. Ladies (and gents), let me tell you about this absolutely divine salad that’s become my go-to for those afternoons when I want to feel fancy but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. Trust me, this isn’t your boring old lettuce situation – this is what I call my “Queen Bee Quinoa Mediterranean Salad.”
You know those days when you’re craving something fresh but still filling? This is IT! I stumbled upon this recipe during one of my “healthy-eating-but-make-it-fabulous” phases, and honey, I haven’t looked back since.
Here’s what you’ll need (because sharing is caring!):
– 1 cup cooked quinoa (cooled)
– 2 cups baby spinach
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1/2 cucumber, diced
– 1/3 cup crumbled feta (more if you’re feeling extra!)
– 1/4 cup kalamata olives
– 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
– Fresh mint leaves
– Optional: grilled chicken breast (for my protein queens!)
For the to-die-for dressing:
– 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
– 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
– 1 tsp honey
– 1 minced garlic clove
– Salt and pepper to taste
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Now, let’s put this beauty together:
1. First things first, fluff that cooled quinoa like you’re teasing your hair for a night out!
2. In a large bowl, toss your spinach leaves – they’re the foundation of our masterpiece.
3. Add your quinoa, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
4. Sprinkle that feta cheese like you’re making it rain!
5. Drop in those olives and tear up some fresh mint leaves.
6. For the dressing, whisk all ingredients together like you mean it, honey!
7. Drizzle that liquid gold over your salad and toss everything together.
Pro tip: If you’re meal prepping (because we’re responsible queens), keep the dressing separate until ready to serve. Nobody likes soggy salad, am I right?
This salad is perfect for those afternoons when you want to feel like you’re dining on a Mediterranean terrace, without the airfare! It’s fresh, it’s zingy, and it’s totally Instagram-worthy. Plus, it’s packed with protein and good-for-you ingredients that’ll keep you glowing all day long.
Seriously, dolls, this recipe is a game-changer! If you’ve tried it, drop a comment below and let me know what you think. And don’t forget to follow me on Newsbreak for more recipes that’ll make your kitchen the place to be!
XOXO,
Your favorite recipe queen 👑
P.S. If you’re thinking about skipping the feta – don’t you dare! Trust your girl on this one! 😉
