Citrus-Mint Quinoa Salad with Feta

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A vibrant quinoa salad tossed with fresh mint, juicy citrus segments, and creamy feta for a bright, refreshing meal. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian, gluten free), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs quinoa, water, fresh mint leaves 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 280 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup quinoa under cold water until water runs clear. Combine quinoa with 2 cups water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.
  2. Step 2: While quinoa cooks, whisk together 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
  3. Step 3: Transfer cooked quinoa to a large bowl and let cool for 10 minutes. Add 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves, 1 large peeled and segmented orange, 1 medium peeled and segmented grapefruit, and 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring the citrus and mint are evenly distributed.
  4. Step 4: Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and deliver a refreshing bite.

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