Quinoa Salad with Grilled Vegetables and Feta

Thrilling Thursday is all about a light yet satisfying meal: Quinoa Salad with Grilled Vegetables and Feta. This dish is a colorful mélange of fresh veggies and hearty quinoa, perfect for a nutritious and easy dinner.

Ingredients

For the Salad:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
• 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
• 1 red onion, sliced
• Olive oil, for grilling
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the Dressing:

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Preparing the Quinoa:

1. Rinse quinoa under cold running water.
2. In a pot, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until water is absorbed.
4. Remove from heat and let it stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Grilling the Vegetables:

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. Brush zucchini, bell peppers, and red onion with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
3. Grill the vegetables until tender and charred, turning occasionally.

Preparing the Dressing:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper.

Assembling the Salad:

1. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa and grilled vegetables.
2. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
3. Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley.

Serve this salad warm or at room temperature. It's a delightful dish that brings a burst of colors and flavors to your table, while being wholesome and satisfying.