Artemis Moonshot Quinoa Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

A vibrant, nutrient-packed salad inspired by lunar exploration, featuring quinoa, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lemon-herb dressing that mimics the crispness of space. This Healthy-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 1/2 cup, diced cucumber
• 1/4 cup, finely chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup, crumbled feta cheese
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp dried mint
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a rolling boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa is tender. Fluff with a fork and let cool completely.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup diced cucumber, and 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion. Add 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese and toss gently.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp dried mint, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified. Pour over the salad and toss until evenly coated. Chill for 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.