This salad is one of the most satisfying salads you’ll ever try. The crispy quinoa is a total game changer, adding an irresistible crunch that perfectly complements the fresh cucumber, creamy feta, and tender cannellini beans. Tossed in a vibrant lemony dressing with a touch of dill and pickled red onion, every bite is bursting with flavour and texture.
Whether you’re looking for a light and healthy lunch or a refreshing side dish, this salad is the perfect balanced meal to enjoy cold on sunny days. Fresh, wholesome, and absolutely delicious
Cucumber & Bean Salad With Crispy Quinoa
Ingredients
- 90 g cooked quinoa important that is already cooked as per packet instructions
- 1 cucumber
- 70 g feta
- handful dill chopped
- 1/2 pickle red onion
- 1 can cannellini beans drained
Dressing
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 tbsp red vinegar
- 1/4 tsp each of: garlic powder, oregano, salt
- 1/2 lemon juice
Instructions
- Bake the cooked quinoa in the air fryer at 180C for 20 mins. Stir a few times so the quinoa will evenly bake (Or in the oven: ~25 minutes, stir halfway).
- Once this is ready let it cool down completely.
- Make the dressing by combining all the dressing ingredients into a small jar.
- In a large bowl add all the salad ingredients, the crispy quinoa at the top and the dressing. Mix well and enjoy