Gluten-Free Mediterranean Farro Salad

Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean in this Gluten-Free Mediterranean Farro Salad, reimagined with protein-packed quinoa for a gluten-free twist! Perfect for a light lunch or side dish, this colorful salad features crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy Kalamata olives, and creamy crumbled feta, all tossed in a zesty lemon-oregano dressing. With just 20 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cook time, this easy recipe brings together fresh, wholesome ingredients for a dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Ideal for meal prep or summer gatherings, this salad offers a refreshing medley of textures and flavors that will leave everyone coming back for more.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Quinoa
• 2 cups Water
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup Red onion
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa under cold water using a fine mesh strainer.

Step 2

In a medium-sized pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.

Step 3

Add the rinsed quinoa to the boiling water, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed.

Step 4

Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and set aside to cool.

Step 5

While the quinoa is cooling, prepare the vegetables: peel and dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, finely chop the red onion, and slice the Kalamata olives.

Step 6

In a large bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, olives, feta cheese, and chopped parsley.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the quinoa and vegetables, tossing gently to combine until everything is well coated.

Step 9

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for an hour to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1726.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1576.6

Total Fat 96.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 100mg	0%
Sodium 5620.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 141.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.6g	0%
Total Sugars 18.5g
Protein 51.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1077.9mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 2499.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.9%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 34.5%