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Packed with flavorful power foods, this salad is as delicious as it is healthy and good for you. Served cold, it's perfect for picnics and outdoor gatherings. —Julie Stockel, Farmington Hills, Michigan
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Editor's Note: Look for quinoa in the cereal, rice or organic food aisle.
Nutritional Facts 3/4 cup equals 184 calories, 8 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 9 mg cholesterol, 472 mg sodium, 19 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 7 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 starch, 1 lean meat.
Originally published as Greek-Inspired Quinoa Salad in Healthy Cooking April/May 2009, p35
The History of FetaFETA is a white, salty, semi-firm cheese. Traditionally it was made from sheep or goat's milk but is now also made with cow's milk. After feta is formed in a special mold, it's sliced into large pieces, salted and soaked in brine. Although feta cheese is mostly associated with Greek cooking, "feta" comes from the Italian word "fette", meaning slice of food.
FETA is a white, salty, semi-firm cheese. Traditionally it was made from sheep or goat's milk but is now also made with cow's milk. After feta is formed in a special mold, it's sliced into large pieces, salted and soaked in brine. Although feta cheese is mostly associated with Greek cooking, "feta" comes from the Italian word "fette", meaning slice of food.
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Reviewed on Jan. 05, 2012 by Pinstripes
Good stuff! This was my first try at quinoa, and it made it very approachable!
Reviewed on Aug. 02, 2011 by rachadwick
I have made this a few times with the same results . This is a keeper. I keep giving out this recipe.
Reviewed on Apr. 04, 2011 by corrie36
Excellent flavor! I have made it over and over.
Reviewed on Mar. 27, 2011 by kmdshops
Loved this recipe, and have made it several times. Since black beans don't strike me as particularly greek, I have substituted chick peas and white beans. Both have been fine. Found a perfect homemade greek vinaigrette on another site: 1/2c olive oil, 1/2c red wine vinegar, 1 1/4 tsp each garlic powder, oregano, basil; 1tsp each pepper, salt, onion powder, dijon mustard, juice of 1 lemon. As the other reviewers said, fresh spinach is much better, but frozen works. Enjoy!
Reviewed on Feb. 20, 2011 by rnahol
This is really good. I haven't tasted it yet after it sits in the fridge for a while. I am hoping that the flavors blend together a little in there. Always looking for yummy quinoa recipes and I found one!!!! Thank you
Reviewed on Jul. 06, 2010 by KPritch12
This recipe was incredible. I only used 1/2 the amount of peppers since some of my friends don't like spicy food. I would absolutely make this over and over again.
Reviewed on Jun. 27, 2010 by emily_cs
We loved this recipe, for a nice, healthy choice. I also used chopped fresh spinach and now can't imagine not using fresh.Thanks!
We loved this recipe, for a nice, healthy choice. I also used chopped fresh spinach and now can't imagine not using fresh.
Thanks!
Reviewed on May. 17, 2010 by jellybean29
This was my first time making quinoa...it was delicious! We didn't have cherry tomatoes, so I seeded a vine-ripened tomato and chopped it up. Passed this one around at work!!
Reviewed on Feb. 25, 2010 by sukeedog
This is super tasty! The pepperoncinis give it a nice kick. I used fresh chopped baby spinach as another reviewer suggested.
Reviewed on Aug. 06, 2009 by jgoldgorin
I have been trying several recipes with quinoa. It is a very good whole grain, and digests slowly so that you feel satisfied longer. This recipe was a hit with my family including my 5 year old. I will definately make this again!
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