Quinoa, pomegranate and feta salad
Nutrition per serving
A festive, fresh salad: quinoa, crunchy pomegranate, feta and herbs. Sweet and savoury, colourful and high in fibre, it is a healthy, refined lunch, perfect to take with you or to share.
Preparation: 15 min | Cooking: 12 min | Servings: 4 | Difficulty: Easy
Calculated per serving from Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, based on the quantities listed. Household measures (spoonfuls, pieces) use average weights. 296 kcal · 7 g protein · 26 g carbohydrate · 17 g fat
Ingredients
Method
- Cook the quinoa and let it cool slightly.
- Deseed the pomegranate.
- Mix the quinoa, pomegranate seeds, crumbled feta and herbs.
- Dress with olive oil and lemon juice.
Nutritional benefits
Quinoa is a complete, gluten-free plant protein that is rich in fibre. Pomegranate adds antioxidants and a sweet-sharp touch, and feta brings calcium and flavour. A balanced, fresh and colourful salad, ideal for a packed lunch.
Variations and substitutions
- Vegan: leave out the feta and add avocado.
- With walnuts or pistachios.
- With bulgur wheat instead of quinoa.
- With diced cucumber for extra freshness.
Storage and making ahead
Keeps for 3 days and is ideal for packed lunches: the flavours blend over time.
💡 Good to know
To deseed a pomegranate without splattering everything, cut it in half and tap the skin with a spoon over a salad bowl.
Read also
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Foods in this recipe: quinoa · pomegranate · feta · mint · parsley.
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