Mediterranean Make-Ahead Quinoa Salad
This easy Mediterranean quinoa salad is fresh, flavorful, and perfect for meal prep. Made with quinoa, cucumbers, tomatoes, hummus, and crispy pita, it’s a nourishing grab-and-go meal for busy days.
4 servings
Calories: 556kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked quinoa
- 1 cucumber thinly sliced (English or Persian cucumbers work best)
- 1/4 red onion very thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes sliced
- 4 tablespoons hummus homemade or store-bought
- 2 toasted pita diced
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 teaspoons lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Layer the quinoa: Divide the cooked quinoa evenly among the four jars.
- Add the veggies: In each jar, layer cucumber slices, red onion, and tomatoes on top of the quinoa.
- Dress it up: Drizzle each jar with olive oil, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.
- Finish with hummus and pita: Top with a tablespoon of hummus and toasted pita pieces.
- Seal and store: Cover the jars and refrigerate until ready to eat.
Notes
- Do not mix the salad ahead of time. Shake or mix just before eating to keep everything fresh.
- Placing the quinoa at the bottom allows it to absorb the dressing flavors for a tastier salad.
- Try the bag method: Chop all the veggies into cubes and layer them in a reusable silicone bag. When ready to eat, shake the bag to mix everything.
- Customize it with your favorite ingredients—avocado, chickpeas, or feta would be delicious additions.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 556kcal | Carbohydrates: 76g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Sodium: 211mg | Potassium: 750mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 381IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 5mg