Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice
  • 1 lemon zested
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed, crushed
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 6 cups chopped fresh vegetables (pick crunchier hearty vegetables that will hold up to the marinade)
  • 3 cups cooked quinoa
  • chopped cilantro or parsley to garnish, optional

Instruction

  • Chop your vegetables into small pieces and add to a large bowl. Choose colorful, crunchy vegetables that you like best. See notes below for suggestions.
  • In a separate bowl mix your lemon juice, zest, olive oil, garlic, oregano and salt. Whisk well.
  • Toss your veggies with the dressing and refrigerate for about an hour.
  • Cook your quinoa according to the packaging directions and let cool.
  • Once the quinoa has completely cooled, mix it with your marinated vegetables and let set in the refrigerator for an hour.
  • Top with chopped cilantro, parsley or basil if you wish.
  • Other possible add ins depending on your taste are: feta cheese, greek olives, blue cheese, roasted nuts or seeds, chicken, shrimp, pasta, rice, and so on.