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easy summer meals

Easy Summer Meals: 5 Refreshing Recipes for Hot Days


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Simple and refreshing meals for summer.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion.
  2. Add the feta cheese, olive oil, and lemon juice.
  3. Toss everything together until well mixed.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Serve cold for best flavor.
  • Can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Add grilled chicken for extra protein.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: easy summer meals