Quinoa salad is a great solution for quick and easy dinners as well as a unique side dish option for cookouts, gatherings, and potlucks. It can also serve as an easy, healthy lunch! Make a big batch of this recipe and save it for super quick meals (either hot or cold) throughout the week!
Looking for something to pair this quinoa salad with? Try adding roasted chicken or pairing with this Honey Balsamic Chicken & Veggies recipe!
Easy Quinoa Salad With Feta Cheese
Watch this video on how to make this Easy Quinoa Salad With Feta Cheese!
How to create the perfect quinoa salad
To create the perfect quinoa salad, make sure the quinoa is cooked (according to package directions) until it is light and fluffy. Add in salt, pepper, fresh vegetables, and spices! Serve warm or let cool in the refrigerator to add to salads or as a healthy side dish to meals.
Looking for an easy approach to preparing quinoa? Check out our post How To Cook Quinoa Perfectly Every Time.
The quality of the quinoa also makes a big difference in creating the perfect quinoa salad. Order your quinoa from Thrive Market for the best quality options (and get 32% off)!
What spices to add
Salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic are delicious spices to add to this recipe. You can also try adding cumin, cayenne, or crushed red pepper for extra flavor!
How long does quinoa salad last in the fridge?
Quinoa salad can last about 3-5 days in the refrigerator!
Use these airtight containers to help keep your salad stay fresher longer.
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Easy Quinoa Salad With Feta Cheese
Ingredients
- 3/4 cups quinoa (dry)
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion flakes
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- salt/pepper to taste
- 10 grape tomatoes (halved)
- 2 cups fresh arugula
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled )
Instructions
- Bring the water to a boil.
- Add the dry quinoa and lower heat to a simmer for about 10 minutes (or until light and fluffy).
- Mix in the garlic powder, onion flakes, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Slice the grape tomatoes into halves.
- Mix the tomatoes, arugula, and feta cheese into the quinoa.
- Serve and enjoy or refrigerate and store for up to 3-5 days!
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Nancy Lang says:
This was excellent – and very simple to prepare. Only addition is a drizzle of olive oil on top. I paired it with a bean burger patty (sans bread). Wonderful healthy dinner.
Byron Thomas says:
Oh, this salad was soooo good! I have to say, I’m not a huge fan of quinoa, but my family loves it. I loved it paired with the peppery flavour of the arugula though. I think the arugula made the quinoa dish extra special for me.
Kelly says:
I’m so lucky that my three year old loves quinoa and loves feta! This salad looks delicious and I can see us eating it any time of year. Thanks for sharing a great recipe!
Mahy says:
So healthy so good! I wonder if I’ve seen a better quinoa salad yet? That quinoa / feta cheese combo is simply amazing! Can’t wait to try it this weekend 🙂
Ramona says:
Perfect side to my grill this weekend. Love this salad any time of the day , any season. Just perfect!
Cheese Curd In Paradise says:
This looks like a perfect summer salad! I love the feta and the arugula- this would taste delicious with something fresh off the grill.
jagruti says:
A delicious and easy salad for summer, loving the all healthy and nutritious ingredients went in this salad.
Abbey Sharp says:
This salad looks delicious! Love making a bit batch of salad for the week, so i’ll have to try this one!
Amy Gorin says:
Wow, this looks delish! Love this idea.