Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Did you know you can purchase our Organic MCT Oil at Costco?! When combined with a low carbohydrate diet, MCT’s provide energy for the body and brain by assisting in the production of ketones.* Upgrade your healthy salad by adding a tablespoon of MCT Oil to your dressing. This recipe below is one of our all-time favorites!

For the salad: 

2 cups cooked quinoa

4 persian cucumbers, diced

3 roma tomatoes, seeded and diced

1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

½ small red onion, diced

Handful of olives, chopped

Handful fresh herbs (basil, parsley and/or dill)

1 Avocado, sliced, for topping

For the dressing:

1 lemon, squeezed

3 tbsp SR Organic MCT Oil

3 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Sea salt and ground black pepper, to taste

Lemon zest

Instructions

1. Prepare quinoa by following the package instructions. Set aside to cool.
2. For the dressing, add all ingredients to a small bowl and whisk together until combined thoroughly, and keep cool in the refrigerator.
3. Prepare the remaining vegetables, beans, and herbs.
4. Add the salad ingredients to a large salad bowl.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until well-combined.
6. Serve with avocado and/or your favorite protein and enjoy!