Yields 3 MetPro Servings Total
MetPro Notes: Can be broken down into 6 smaller portioned servings
MetPro Serving Breakdown:
Meal Carbs = 2 (Basic: 30g meal carb)
Protein = 1 (Basic: 15g protein)
Fat = 1 (Basic: 15g fat)
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers, diced and peeled
- 2 1/2 cups chilled* cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 3 oz crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup julienned or roughly-chopped fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 1 batch Italian Lemon-Vinaigrette Dressing (see below)
Italian Lemon-Vinaigrette Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, red wine vinegar or white rice vinegar (whichever is your preference!)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- salt and black pepper to taste
Directions
1.) Cook the quinoa ahead and chill for at least 1 hour or up to 3 days.
2.) Toss all ingredients together until combined.
3.) To make the vinaigrette: whisk all the ingredients together in a small bowl until combined. Then, add to the quinoa mixture when you're ready to serve. Extra dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
