Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 cucumber, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 red onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, halved
• 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Rinse quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve and place in a medium saucepan with 2 cups of water.
2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until quinoa is tender and water is absorbed.
3. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Allow to cool to room temperature.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper to make a dressing.
5. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
6. Add the dressing and toss to combine.