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Name: Mediterranean Quinoa Chopped Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce; 1 cup chopped radicchio; 1 cup chopped broccoli florets (blanched or raw); 1 cup cooked quinoa (cooled); 1/2 cup sliced cucumber; 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved; 1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved; 1/3 cup sliced pepperoncini; 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese; 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion; 1/2 cup chopped roasted cauliflower; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Mediterranean Quinoa Chopped Salad

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This vibrant Mediterranean-inspired quinoa salad is a riot of color, texture, and fresh flavors. Crunchy romaine and radicchio pair with tender broccoli, roasted cauliflower, and juicy tomatoes. Quinoa adds a hearty, nutty base, while briny olives, tangy feta, and zippy pepperoncini bring bold personality. The whole salad is tossed in a simple oregano vinaigrette that ties everything together. It’s a perfect meal-prep lunch, picnic side, or light dinner—deliciously satisfying and endlessly customizable!

Ingredients

Instructions

Cook quinoa according to package instructions and let cool.
In a large salad bowl, combine romaine, radicchio, broccoli, cucumber, grape tomatoes, olives, pepperoncini, roasted cauliflower, feta, and red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve immediately, or chill for 10 minutes for flavors to meld.