Easy Quinoa Salad

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Sharing my go-to quinoa salad recipe with a simple lemon dressing, as well, a variety of quinoa salad recipes to try! 

Since discovering how to make quinoa ages ago I have been hooked on making quinoa salads. I’ve made so many over the years that I’ve built up quite the collection, but I still have a favorite that I’ll always make time and time again.

That’s the recipe I’m sharing today. 

Bowl of quinoa salad with feta, spinach and tomatoes.

Quinoa is so easy to prepare, incredibly versatile, high in protein and fiber and can be served for just about any meal! I love using it for a variety of recipes, but where quinoa really shines is in salads!

While this salad is my go-to, I have a ton more including Greek Quinoa SaladRoasted Broccoli Quinoa Salad and Southwestern Quinoa Salad.

Side by side photos. One is of quinoa and water in a pot. The second is of cooked quinoa in a pot with a spoon and topped with parsley.

Cooking Quinoa for Salad

When it comes to cooking quinoa to use for salad, it’s basically the same process as normal, but I like to make my quinoa a day in advance, let it cool and chill it in the fridge overnight and then use it for the salad the next day.

Prepping it in advance is just so the quinoa doesn’t heat up the other salad ingredients. Of course it’s fine to cook it the same day and just let it cool a bit before using. I do this all the time when I’m in a rush!

Quinoa, tomatoes, avocado, feta, spinach, lemon juice, spices and red onion measured out in bowls.

Ingredients Needed: 

Here’s what you’ll need to make this delicious (and super easy) quinoa salad:

  • quinoa – this is the base of the recipe and you can use any type of quinoa you like from white, black, red to tri-color. Any variety will work for this recipe. 
  • baby spinach – baby spinach has a mild flavor and texture that works perfectly in this quinoa salad. I like thinly slicing it or shredded it so the pieces are bite-size and easy to eat. 
  • cherry tomatoes –  these little guys add such great flavor to the salad. 
  • red onion – the perfect way to add a bit of flavor and crunch. You can use yellow onion if needed. 
  • lemon juice, olive oil, sea salt and pepper – instead of an elaborate dressing, we’re using these four items to add a light and refreshing flavor to the salad. 
  • avocados – for some creaminess and healthy fat.
  • feta cheese – this adds such a good flavor to the salad so I wouldn’t recommend omitting it. If needed you can use a vegan feta.

Want to add more protein to this salad? Each serving of this salad already has 8 grams of protein, but you could always add more by tossing in about 1/2 cup of chickpeas or white beans or adding in some chopped grilled chicken. 

Side by side photos. First is a bowl of avocado, onion, quinoa, spinach, feta and tomatoes. The second photo is of all the quinoa salad ingredients tossed together in the bowl.

What to Serve with Quinoa Salad

Honestly, this salad pairs well with just about anything! It’s my go-to side for cookouts and potlucks and I always get asked for the recipe. Here are some pairing ideas:

How to Store Quinoa Salad

This salad stores super well!

To make it in advance: I would recommend leaving the avocado out and adding that in right before serving. The rest of the salad can be fully assembled and stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator. 

To store leftovers: Store any leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator. 

Bowl of quinoa salad with feta, spinach and tomatoes.

More Quinoa Recipes to Try

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Easy Quinoa Salad

This easy quinoa salad is packed with spinach, tomatoes, red onion, avocado and feta with a simple lemon dressing. It’s the perfect healthy side dish!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients  

  • ½ cup uncooked quinoa
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup chopped baby spinach
  • ½ cup chopped cherry tomatoes
  • cup diced red onion
  • 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
  • 2 ripe avocados, chopped or sliced
  • cup crumbled feta cheese

Instructions 

  • Cook quinoa: Rinse and drain quinoa. Add quinoa and water to a saucepan and bring the water to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let cool for 5-10 minutes. 
  • Toss: In a medium bowl, stir together cooked quinoa, chopped spinach, tomatoes, red onion and feta.
  • Whisk dressing: In a small bowl whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper.
  • Add dressing and avocado: Gently stir in dressing and avocado chunks. 
  • Chill and enjoy: Serve immediately or let the salad chill in the fridge a couple hours before serving. If chilling, you can add the avocado right before serving to prevent browning.
  • Store: Store salad in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge.

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Notes

  • Want to add more protein to this salad? Toss in about 1/2 cup of cooked chickpeas or white beans or add in some chopped grilled chicken. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 of recipe | Calories: 316kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 453mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 2g

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: quinoa salad
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Photos by Ashley McLaughlin.

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210 Comments

  1. Love this round-up – all of these recipes look divine. I basically consider quinoa a food group, so these are right up my alley!

  2. I love a cold quinoa salad with roasted sweet potatoes and beets. It may not look pretty, but it’s very satisfying!

  3. We have a similar taste in salads, that’s for sure! I did a salad post the other day and linked up a lot of the same ones as you! Cheers to yummy salads

  4. This is timely! I just ordered a massive bag of quinoa because it’s hard to find here in the cornfields. Our produce market has a teeny bag for like $10 or something crazy like that.

  5. I have been dying to try one of these! I think I am going to go with the avocado one 🙂
    xx M.
    nevermindnm.blogspot.com

  6. Delicious! I love adding quinoa to practically all of my salads. This is a great round up!

    1. Thanks lady! I almost included your Crunchy Cashew Thai Quinoa Salad as well. I always swoon over that one. 🙂

    1. Hi Sharon, I’m so glad you came across this recipe! Definitely come back and let me know what you think if you end up making it!

  7. If storing in the fridge or using for meal prep should you also leave off the dressing? Or does it store fine with the dressing in it?

    1. It stores fine in the fridge with the dressing and allows the quinoa to really soak up the flavors of the dressing. That said, you can also leave off the dressing and add it right before serving. 🙂

  8. 5 stars
    Perfect for spring/summer! Very light, fresh, and tangy. Next time, I will definitely double or triple the recipe. It wasn’t quite enough for my partner and I for lunch. So, doubling/tripling should help us to stretch it for a couple of lunches.

    1. So glad this recipe was a hit!! Thanks for making it and for coming back to leave a review. I so appreciate it!

  9. 5 stars
    Absolutely amazing! I often find quinoa bland. This recipe is delicious! I doubled up because I wanted to have enough leftovers for lunches…so happy I did! So yummy.

    1. Woo!! So glad you loved this recipe, Liz. Thanks for making it and for coming back to leave a review. I appreciate it!

  10. 5 stars
    This was amazing! I’m always looking for ways to make quinoa more enjoyable and this was perfect!

    1. Woo!! So glad you loved this recipe, Argiro. Thanks for making my recipe and for coming back to leave a review.

  11. 5 stars
    Delicious. Made this for lunch today. I had to sub cucumber since I didn’t have spinach and I also added a little parsley. Definitely would make again!

    1. Yay!! So glad you loved it, Jenn. Thanks for making it and for coming back to leave a review. I so appreciate it!

  12. 5 stars
    Wow! I prepped this salad and had it at the zoo and it was perfect! The flavor is amazing. I can’t wait to have this salad on repeat this summer!!

  13. 5 stars
    Yum! I just made it! I am a huge lover of kale, so I used kale instead of spinach. I added chicken.
    Will definitely be one of my go to recipes.

  14. This recipe is amazing! I doubled the recipe, had to sub scallions for the red onion and cucumber for the avocado (since it was all I had on hand). very tasty…I’ll definitely make this again!

  15. 5 stars
    This is super easy and I love that it is clean- I had everything already! Thanks for Continuing to create awesome recipes!

    1. I love it when that happens! So pumped you loved this recipe, Laura. Thanks for the review, I appreciate it!

  16. 5 stars
    This was amazing! I added peppers instead of tomatoes and also added zucchini. It was delicious! Highly recommend.

    1. Yay! So glad you loved this salad. Thanks for making it and for the review, Katie. I so appreciate it. 🙂

    1. Yay! So glad you loved this recipe, Denise. Thanks so much for making it and for coming back to leave a review. I really appreciate it.

  17. 5 stars
    So yummy! Had to sub some veggies with leftover ones I had in the fridge, but it was still amazing! That lemon dressing really makes this recipe fire🙌

    1. Woo!! So glad you loved this recipe, Gwen. I’m glad you were able to make it work with the ingredients you had on hand. Thanks for the review, I appreciate it. 🙂

  18. 5 stars
    This salad is so delicious and perfect to pack for a work lunch! Tasty and healthy too! Thanks for another great recipe.

  19. 5 stars
    This is a quick, nutritious, and delicious salad! It is very customizable too. I was out of tomatoes so I subbed in bell peppers. Still yummy! Thanks for another delicious recipe!

    1. Yay! I’m so glad this salad was a hit for you, Jill. Love the bell pepper substitution. Thanks for the review. I so appreciate it!

  20. 5 stars
    This was a great recipe to make and pack for a picnic. We added some chicken to make it a bit more filling. I do think this will make it into my meal prep rotation.

    1. Woo! So glad you enjoyed this salad, Emma! Thanks for making it and for the review. I appreciate it!

    1. Woo!! So glad you loved this recipe, Andrea. Thanks for coming back to leave a review. I so appreciate it.

  21. 5 stars
    This is my favorite lunch to bring to work! It’s so delicious. I know I’ll be making this regularly.

    1. Yay! So glad this salad was a hit, Kristin. Thanks for coming back to leave a review. It means the world to me.

  22. 5 stars
    This is a great recipe! I made a big batch ahead of time and it was such an easy side for dinner. It even makes a great lunch when paired with the EBF Apple Cider Vinegar Chicken!
    The only additions I made to this recipe was adding extra lemon/lemon zest (I love lemon!) and cucumbers. I think celery would also add a nice crunch!

    Can’t wait to make this again!

    1. Yay! So glad this recipe was a hit, Becca! I love the additions you added. Thanks for making it and coming back to leave a review. I really appreciate it.

  23. 4 stars
    I’m trying to eat healthier so I love your website! I’m not a big salad fan, but this one was pretty good!

    1. So glad this quinoa salad was a hit, Maddie! Thanks for coming back to leave a review. I really appreciate it.

  24. 5 stars
    I made this today for our family Easter celebration. It is delicious and so simple. I prepped many of the ingredients ahead. I plan to make again and add grilled chicken breast!

  25. 5 stars
    Quinoa salad is one my favorite dishes in spring, summer time. It is so easy to make and light but still full after you eat.
    Thanks for sharing the recipe! So delicious.

    1. So glad you loved this quinoa salad, Grace! Thanks for making it and coming back to leave a review. I so appreciate it.

  26. 5 stars
    This recipe really is easy and taste great!! My first time posting a comment. I cut my onion in pieces that were to large. Next time I will Dice them smaller. Thank you for this recipe !

  27. 5 stars
    Recipe is delicious!! I’m not big on tomatoes but added some roasted broccoli and shaved Brussels! Another amazing recipe from EBF! 🙌🏼

    1. Ohh I bet it was delish with those additions! So glad this salad was a hit, Melanie. Thanks for making it and for the review. I so appreciate it!

  28. So simple and so yummy! I added a little bit of basil to mine and will be having it for multiple lunches this week.

  29. 5 stars
    This quinoa salad was AMAZING! I took one bite and said, “This is GOOD!” It paired perfectly with the smoked burgers my husband made. This will be my go-to quinoa salad from now on! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe. It will be passed along to friends and family!

    1. Ahh yay!! That makes me so happy to hear, Windee. So glad you loved this salad. Thanks for making it and for the review. I appreciate it!

  30. 5 stars
    Delish, added cucumber to my Easy quinoa salad because avocado wasn’t ripe. It was wonderful.

    1. So glad you enjoyed this salad, Cheryl. Thanks for making it and for the review. I appreciate it!

    1. Yay! So glad you enjoyed this salad, Susannah. Thanks for making it and for the review. I appreciate it!

  31. 5 stars
    This is the easiest dish and so fresh and yummy! I used to buy the Costco quinoa salad but never again! Added cucumber to mine and it’s perfect! Love that I already had everything in my kitchen to make this!

    1. Yay!! So pumped you loved this salad, Jennifer. Thanks for making it and for the review. I appreciate it!

  32. 5 stars
    Made this for my family and picky boyfroend and they all loved it much like your other salads ive made them! Thank you so much for always sharing your amazing recipes

    1. Yay! So glad this quinoa salad was a hit, Rebecca! Thanks for making it and leaving a review. I appreciate it!

  33. 5 stars
    This salad is so good and so easy! I have been wanting to make one of your quinoa salads for a while and I finally tried it. I used arugula instead of spinach since that is what I had on hand and leftover chicken instead of beans. Highly recommend and thank you for the recipe!

    1. So glad you loved this salad, Tawny!! Thanks for making it and for the review. I so appreciate it!

  34. 5 stars
    I just prepped this for dinner tonight but of course taste tested it! So delicious! I substituted arugula for the spinach, leftover chicken instead of beans and spicy creamed feta instead of crumbled feta! I have been wanting to make one of your quinoa salad recipes for a while and I am so glad I did! Thank you!

  35. 5 stars
    LOVED this salad! So filling. I made it for dinner and kept some for lunch the next day. This will definitely be my new go to salad. Quick, Simple, and Easy!

  36. 5 stars
    Just made this for dinner and added some green peppers and chickpeas! Absolutely DELICIOUS and will def be making again!

    1. Yay! So glad this recipe was a hit, Katherine! Love the addition of the peppers and chickpeas. Thanks for coming back to leave a review. I really appreciate it.

  37. 5 stars
    This recipe is full of goodies! I even added some roasted beets to it too, and my family loved it! Can’t wait to try your other recipes! Thank you for sharing.

    1. So pumped this quinoa salad was a hit, Brittany! Thanks for the review. It means the world to me!

  38. 5 stars
    Loved this salad. So simple and delicious, healthy and keeps you full! Would definitely make again.

  39. 5 stars
    This is such an easy recipe to make in bulk for meal prep. The flavors are perfect and I actually looked forward to eating lunch each day this week!

  40. Tried to download you recipe secrets. Didnt work. I think prob with website.
    Just spinning.. too many ads trying to download

    1. Hi Paula! If you filled out the form for the secrets to healthy snacking you should have gotten an email! Will you check and let me know if it came through?

  41. 5 stars
    This salad is so delicious! I made a double batch to have all week! This salad was so easy to make. I will be adding chicken to it for more protein and to eat it as a meal. Will definitely be making again!

    1. Yay! So glad you enjoyed this quinoa salad, Stephanie! Thanks for making it and coming back to leave a review. I really appreciate it!

  42. 5 stars
    This salad was easy to make, great for meal prep. I added grilled chicken to mine. It was very delicious!

  43. 5 stars
    This was so fantastic I’m going to make another batch to have for next week. I added shrimp and it was delicious

    1. Yay! Glad you enjoyed this salad and love the addition of shrimp, Julie! Thanks for the review 🙂

  44. 5 stars
    This is my new favorite quinoa salad. Vibrant and light, yet satisfying. A good go-to for a quick healthy summer dinner.

    1. Yay! That’s so wonderful to hear, Jenna! Thanks for making it and coming back to leave a review. I really appreciate it!

  45. 5 stars
    Definitely a flavorful salad! Super easy to throw together and adds vibrant colors to your table! Husband enjoyed it! I did omit the feta since I am dairy free but left it as a topping if someone wanted to sprinkle it on top! I would recommend using fresh red onions! I think mine was a little too ripe and it gave my salad a very strong onion flavor.

    1. So glad this quinoa salad was a hit, Ruth! Thanks for making it and coming back to leave a review. I really appreciate it!

  46. 5 stars
    So good! I’ve made this 3 times now and my hubby and I are obsessed. I do add cukes too. Either way, so delicious. ✨

  47. 5 stars
    Easy and healthy! I’ve been playing around with different veggies and every time it’s delicious. Thank you for sharing this amazing recipe!

  48. 5 stars
    This was so good. It was perfect to make a big batch over the weekend and have ready for easy lunches throughout the week!

  49. 4 stars
    This recipe was right up my alley! I love how simple it was with just staple ingredients. I think next time I will do a little less lemon juice in mine just based off of my preference. It was a great lunch time salad though!

    1. So glad you loved this recipe, Katie! Thanks for making it and for the review. I so appreciate it!

  50. 5 stars
    Ohhh emmm geeee!! This super easy and delicious quinoa salad is so yummy. It’s so refreshing, delicious, and full of nutrients. There was no quilt involved in going back for seconds. I will definitely be making this again throughout the summer. I toasted the quinoa with additional spices and a bit of sesame seed oil and used chicken broth instead of water. It came out amazing. Please give this a try you will not regret it.

    1. Yay!! So glad you loved this salad, Aida. Love that you toasted the quinoa! Thanks for the review. I so appreciate it. 🙂

  51. 5 stars
    I’ve been looking for new recipes to use quinoa! I can’t wait to try these out. Thank you for sharing!

  52. 5 stars
    So tasty! The fresh taste of this salad was something I really enjoyed as well as my picky family. I added cucumber and it was even more tasty. A little bit Greek inspired. So good!

    1. I’m so glad this quinoa salad has been a hit, Carolyn! I love the addition of the cucumber. Thanks for making it and coming back to leave a review. I really appreciate it!

    1. Yay! I’m so glad you enjoyed this quinoa salad, Ann! Thanks for the review. I really appreciate it!

  53. 5 stars
    Delicious salad, especially on a nice and sunny Spring day! This salad is joining the weekly rotation!

    1. Thanks, Sierra!! I’m so glad this quinoa salad was a hit! Thanks for the review. It means the world to me!

  54. 5 stars
    I made this salad to bring to a friends. Everyone loved it. I loved how the flavors blended together. I added a piece of chicken to some left overs for a work lunch for the week. I will definitely be using this salad in my rotation! Thank you, EBF

    1. Yay!! I’m so happy you enjoyed this quinoa salad, Tanya! Thanks for making it and leaving a review. It means the world to me!

  55. 5 stars
    Such a easy and yummy salad. I prepped this Sunday night for lunches this week and even had the husband grill some chicken to go along side it. He’s eaten it everyday too! Such a simple recipe but so good and healthier than our alternative lunches out.

  56. 5 stars
    If this dish doesn’t scream “summer“ then I don’t know what does! I made this super fresh quinoa salad this weekend to serve at a cookout I was hosting for my family (with a bunch of carnivorous men might I add) and it was SUCH a hit I ran out it before anything else! Needless to say a lot of “manly” men learned how to pronounce the word “quinoa” haha 😂

    1. Woo!! I’m so pumped this quinoa salad was a hit, Alyssa! Thank you so much for the review. I really appreciate it!

    1. Yay!! I’m so glad this quinoa salad was a hit, Nicole! Thanks for making it and coming back to leave a review. I so appreciate it!

  57. 5 stars
    This salad was so good and it really was so easy! I doubled the recipe and meal prepped it on Monday to eat it for lunch all week. Such an easy delicious, and healthy recipe!

  58. Loved this recipe for a healthy summer dinner. Used as a side for my boyfriend but a whole meal for me! Leftovers are just as delicious the next day which is key.

    1. So glad this salad was a hit! Thanks for making it and for coming back to leave a comment. I appreciate it!

  59. 5 stars
    This salad was so amazing!!!! Love how refreshing it is, just in time for summer!! I added roasted chicken breast to mine and it made for the perfect dinner or lunch!!

  60. 5 stars
    This salad is SUPER easy to put together and is so delicious. My family could eat this salad all week! The dressing pairs very well with the salad and is great for a lunch or dinner. We tried with chickpeas and chicken too to add some more protein! Will be adding this salad to our weekly rotation!

    1. Woo!! So glad this salad was a success, Suzy! Love the added protein. Thanks for the review. I really appreciate it!

  61. 5 stars
    I was eating really badly during quarantine. I am now eating clean and this is the bomb. Thank you for sharing. Will definitely make this a lot this summer.

    1. So glad you loved this salad, Anne!! Thanks for making it and for the review. I appreciate it. 🙂

  62. 5 stars
    Absolutely LOVE this salad! It is so easy to throw together and I usually have most of the ingredients on hand. It will definitely be on repeat this summer!

  63. 5 stars
    I’ve made this a couple of times and loved it, so when planning a leaving party for my friend, I thought this would be perfect. The only problem, my friend had previously said she didn’t like quinoa, because of its earthy taste. As I hadn’t experienced this, I went ahead and she loved it! I thought perhaps she was being polite, but she commented the next day how much she had enjoyed it. Thank you Brittany for creating such an awesome salad!

    1. Woo! I love hearing this, Susannah! I’m so glad this quinoa salad was a hit! Thanks so much for the review. I really appreciate it!

    1. Yay! I love hearing this, Elizabeth! So glad you’re enjoying this recipe. Thanks for the review!!

  64. 5 stars
    This is a Great refreshing salad. Easy to prepare and the dressing is light and tasty. Chopped all the veges and cooked the quinoa ahead. I added cucumber for a bit of extra crunch – needed to use up the cuke. Just before the meal I mixed the veges together and added the dressing. I left the avocado and feta cheese on the side, so individuals could add to their serving. That way my leftover salad would not have mushy brown avocado chunks for another meal. Unfortunately there wasn’t any leftover salad.
    Served with Grilled tuna steak. A quick meal for hot weather.

    1. I’m so happy to hear this quinoa salad was a hit, Lil! Thanks so much for trying it and coming back to leave a review. I really appreciate it!

  65. 5 stars
    I (accidentally) left out the cheese and it was still delicious! I had to put some away to keep myself from eating the entire bowl!
    I cooked tomatoes in non-stick pan before adding since I don’t like them raw but it was still a super easy/quick recipe.

    1. Yay!! So glad this recipe was a hit, Alex! Thanks so much for the review. I really appreciate it 🙂

  66. This is a lovely recipe, and one I would definitely try. This particular combination sounds delicious. Thanks for sharing!

  67. 5 stars
    This recipe is delicious! I used “Harmony Quinoa” (a mix of white, black and red quinoa) just for fun. Other than that, I followed your recipe and it was wonderful! Thanks for posting it!

  68. 5 stars
    This tasted SO good! I added some cumin to the dressing and some cilantro at the very end – just couldn’t stop eating! Thanks for sharing!

    1. Woo! I’m so happy to hear that, Jen! Thanks for trying this recipe and leaving a review and star rating. It means the world to me!

  69. 5 stars
    This is SO good!!! So easy, and so healthy for you!! I pair it with the blackened salmon and WOW!! I double the recipe and do only 1.5 TBSP of both EVOO & lemon juice. I also put the avocado on the side instead of mixing it in. Thanks again for this delicious and healthy recipe!!

  70. 5 stars
    This is a keeper and so easy to make. I doubled the recipe and added some chopped celery for crunch. LOVED it! This is perfect as written but is also a great base salad to make and add whatever fresh vegetables I have on hand. Very versatile.

    1. Thank you, Kyasi! I’m so glad you loved it. I appreciate you taking the time to leave me a comment and review!

  71. 5 stars
    This quinoa salad is da bomb! So flavorful and easy to make. When I made it I didn’t realize it was a side salad. Next time, I’ll adjust the recipe to make it a main. I also added chic peas, since my son loves them. The dressing is really delish!

    1. Ahh yay! So glad you loved this salad, Ruth. Thanks so much for making it and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. I so appreciate it!

    1. YAY! I am so happy that you and your family are enjoying this recipe, Ruchira. Thank you for your review + star rating, I really appreciate it!

      1. 5 stars
        What do you think about adding a chopped boiled egg to the salad? This looks amazing, and I really love some egg in my salad.

        1. Hi Nicole – I have not personally tried boiled eggs in this salad but it would be a great addition of protein and I am sure would be delicious. If you give it a try, I’d love to know how it works out for yoU! Enjoy!

    1. Hi Catherine – How are you cooking your quinoa? I always recommend rinsing and draining the quinoa then adding the quinoa and water to a saucepan and bring the water to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork (this is key to breaking up the quinoa so you don’t have clumps) and let cool for 5-10 minutes. If you give this method a try, let me know how it works for you!

    2. I just made this tonight and I love it! I can definitely see myself making this more and more. But I’m not really understanding the serving size? Is it possible to get how many grams in a serving? To make counting calories a little easier? I understand it’s just a rough estimate but I feel like using grams or an actual measurement will give me a better idea. Thank you.

      1. Hi Vince – I am not sure the serving size in grams for this recipe, but a serving should be about 3/4 cup. Hope this helps!

  72. 5 stars
    I have made/shared this recipe several times since I found it!
    I was looking for a salad dressing recipe today and found your blog again and figured I would give cred to this recipe as it is one I reuse often! 100%!

    1. Aw yay! I am so happy to hear that this recipe is a hit! Thank you so much for your review + star rating, I really appreciate it.

  73. We made this recipe to go with our favorite chicken dish. It was perfect but we loved the dressing so much we made extra.

    1. WOO! I am so excited to hear that this recipe was a hit, Scentsy! Thank you for coming back to leave your review + star rating, I really appreciate it!

    1. Ah yay! I am happy to hear that you are loving this recipe, Cindy. Thank you so much for your review + star rating, I really appreciate it!

  74. 4 stars
    I just made this salad last night. I had some leftover quinoa which I usually just eat with chicken, but I wanted to try something different. It was pretty delicious. My husband and I loved it. I would definitely make it again.

    1. I am so happy to hear that you and you husband are loving this recipe, Marilyn. Thank you so much for sharing your review & star rating, I so appreciate it!

  75. Delicious and simple. Caught short so instead of Quinoa used black rice (cooked in a rice cooker). Also substituted Cos lettuce leaves (chopped) for spinach.
    Thank you for this wonderful recipe.

    1. Of course! I am so glad you enjoyed this salad and it turned out great for you, Frances! Thank you so much for your review + star rating, I appreciate it!

    1. WOO! I am so glad you are loving this salad and it turned out great for you, Sarah. Thank you for your review & star rating, it means so much to me!

  76. 5 stars
    Wonderful recipe! Added 2 cans of cannellini beans for more protein. It’s been too hot to turn on the oven so I have enjoyed making some of your salad recipes. Thanks

    1. Yay! So glad you loved this recipe, Victoria. Thanks for making it and for coming back to leave a review. I so appreciate it!

  77. 5 stars
    This is the first recipe that I tried from your website and I must say I was not disappointed! This was an excellent quinoa salad. The acid from the lemon/olive oil dressing, the creaminess from the avocado and the heartiness from the quinoa/salad/tomato mix sprinkled with feta was just dreamy. The only thing I should have done was rinse the half cup garbanzo beans before putting them in. Beans are one thing I don’t use very often in cooking, so I wasn’t aware that they should be rinsed. Let’s just say my tummy wasn’t too happy with the excess oligosaccharides. Overall, though, I loved this. Looking forward to trying the Jennifer Aniston salad next! Thanks! ~A new fan.

    1. Hi Millicent! This makes me so happy to hear. I am glad you’re loving this salad and it is a hit. Hope you love the Jennifer Aniston salad just as much. Thanks for coming back and sharing your review & star rating, it means so much to me!