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Home » Recipes » Side Dishes » Easy Greek-Inspired Quinoa Salad

Easy Greek-Inspired Quinoa Salad

By Taesha Butler July 23, 2020 (Updated August 21, 2022) 9 Comments

Servings6 servings
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time0 mins
Total Time10 mins
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5 from 6 votes

This delicious and easy Greek-Inspired Quinoa Salad is a great side to any meal. Made from quinoa, tomatoes, cucumbers, feta, artichoke hearts, olives, and a quick homemade dressing. Naturally vegetarian and gluten free.

Greek quinoa salad on a wooden spoon with the rest of the salad in a bowl in the background.

Greek-Inspired Quinoa Salad

Quinoa is kind of a powerhouse food, in my book. And it mostly certainly is in this salad.

I really love how easy salads are to make and I especially get my salad love on during the summer months when my oven is my mortal enemy (because anything that adds heat to my house is not my friend).

But, truthfully, salad can get a bit boring and rarely can step in as the main course for a meal. But this Greek-Inspired Quinoa Salad is kind of a unicorn salad. Loaded with protein from quinoa, fresh summer veggies, tangy marinated artichoke hearts and olives, and serious flavors from feta cheese and dressing…this salad dazzles the tastebuds and satisfies the belly.

The dressing for Greek Quinoa Salad in a measuring cup with a whisk, sliced lemon and herbs next to it

Health benefits of quinoa

Quinoa is a seed that is typically eaten like a grain. It has become wildly popular in the past few years…and for good reason. This bizarre (and it is weird looking) little seed holds

  • a ton of protein
  • fiber
  • iron
  • magnesium
  • manganese

It has a slightly nutty flavor and is a great stand-in for rice and even pasta in many dishes. Some people who have a difficult time with grains agreeing with them find quinoa to be kinder on their gut. Its has become a pantry staple in our house and we eat quinoa in oodles of way.

But during the summer months, we are especially loving this easy Greek-Inspired Quinoa Salad.

The ingredients for Greek Quinoa Salad in a bowl before mixing with a wooden spoon resting on the side of the bowl.

Why this Greek-Inspired Quinoa Salad is awesome….

  • Lots of protein. So it really stays with you!
  • Tangy homemade dressing that you can make in 2 minutes with common household ingredients.
  • Great texture. Crunchy veggies, fluffy quinoa, soft feta….yum!
  • Lots of veggies. Artichokes, tomatoes, cucumbers, and olives!
  • Adaptable. Leave out what you don’t like and add what you do!
  • Great as leftovers. Make some for a dinner side and enjoy the leftovers for lunch the next day.
  • Easy to deconstruct for kids. If you have a child who might feel iffy about this salad all mixed together, just leave out some of the ingredients as you put it together and serve it to them deconstructed.
Greek Quinoa salad in a bowl right after being mixed, with a wooden spoon resting on the edge of the bowl.

Suggested adaptations

  • Make it dairy-free and skip the feta
  • Add extra protein. Some cooked shredded chicken or chickpeas would be a lovely addition.
  • Add sliced red onion. This is a typical ingredient in greek salads, but I left it out to make this salad a bit more kid friendly.
  • Sub the quinoa with cooked brown rice.
  • Add sliced avocado right before serving.

Other salad recipes you are going to adore…

  • Mashed Chickpea Salad
  • Corn and Black Bean Salad
  • Greek Chicken Salad
  • Smoked Salmon Salad with Quick Lemon Dijon Dressing
  • Veggie-Loaded Spring Chicken Salad

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Greek Quinoa Salad in a white bowl with a wooden spoon on top and cherry tomatoes and sliced cucumber on the side
Holding a wooden spoon full of the delicious Greek Quinoa Salad over a salad bowl
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5 from 6 votes

Greek-Inspired Quinoa Salad

This delicious and easy Greek-Inspired Quinoa Salad is a great side to any meal. Made from quinoa, tomatoes, cucumbers, feta, artichoke hearts, olives, and a quick homemade dressing. Naturally vegetarian and gluten free.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time0 mins
Total Time10 mins
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: greek
Keyword: gluten free, greek quinoa salad recipe, greek salad, quinoa salad, vegetarian
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 237kcal
Author: Taesha Butler

Ingredients 

For Salad

  • 2 cups cooked and cooled quinoa
  • 1 cup diced cucumber
  • 1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup canned, jarred or frozen artichoke hearts  drained and/or thawed
  • 1/3 cup feta cheese or to taste
  • 1/3 cup sliced olives

For Dressing

  • 1/3 cup olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup optional
  • 1 teaspoon dry oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder or to taste
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions 

  • Whisk together the ingredients for the dressing in a small bowl or large glass measuring cup. Set aside.
  • Combine salad ingredients into a medium bowl. Stir to combine.
  • Pour dressing over salad and stir again.
  • Enjoy immediately or cover and let the salad chill in the fridge before serving.
  • Store leftovers in fridge for 4 days.

Notes

  • This salad has lots of protein. So it really stays with you!
  • This tangy homemade dressing can be made in 2 minutes and with common household ingredients.
  • This recipe is highly adaptable, so you may leave out what you don’t like and add what you do!
  • Make some for a dinner side and enjoy the leftovers for lunch the next day.
  • If you have a child who might feel iffy about this salad all mixed together, just leave out some of the ingredients as you put it together and serve it to them deconstructed.

Nutrition

Calories: 237kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 380mg | Potassium: 198mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 202IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 1mg

The nutritional information is provided as an estimate only and may vary based on the product type, servings and other factors. If you are following a diet, please consult with a professional nutritionist or your doctor. Stay healthy!

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  1. Helen

    July 25, 2020 at 6:02 pm

    5 stars
    Really good. Super easy too.

    Reply
    • Taesha

      July 25, 2020 at 6:03 pm

      Yay! I am so glad you enjoyed! And I agree, it is really easy to make and a fun side.

      Reply
  2. Christina

    August 7, 2020 at 4:55 pm

    5 stars
    So yummy! Made it over the weekend for something quick and easy to bring to work for lunch. Had a few days worth for lunch and on top of my salads for dinner!

    Reply
    • Taesha

      August 10, 2020 at 2:07 pm

      I’m so glad you enjoyed! I love this for lunch too!

      Reply
  3. Heather

    August 22, 2020 at 12:31 pm

    5 stars
    Such a yummy way to eat quinoa. Loved having leftovers for lunch! Will definitely make again.

    Reply
    • Taesha

      August 22, 2020 at 7:24 pm

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Heather!

      Reply
  4. Helena

    January 24, 2021 at 2:52 pm

    5 stars
    This must be one of the healthiest salad recipes out there!

    Reply
  5. Colleen

    June 17, 2021 at 3:10 am

    5 stars
    I made this salad on repeat last summer, and now that it’s warm, it’s back in our rotation again. It is delicious every time and so easy to throw together. Bonus- it makes for the best leftovers!

    Reply
    • Taesha

      June 17, 2021 at 1:55 pm

      Agreed! So good as leftovers!

      Reply

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