Fresh Caprese Quinoa Salad is a delicious and nutritious salad that combines the classic flavors of a Caprese salad with quinoa for added protein and substance. Its a perfect dish for a light and healthy meal or as a side dish for a summer barbecue.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Put the quinoa and water in a medium-sized saucepan
Bring to a boil, then turn down the heat, cover, and let it simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the quinoa is done and the water is dry
Use a fork to fluff up the cooked quinoa, then let it cool to room temperature
Put cooled quinoa, cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and chopped basil in a large bowl
Put extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl and mix them together with a whisk
Add the dressing to the salad and mix it all together
Toss the salad gently to mix all the ingredients together and coat them with the dressing
Add pepper and salt to taste
Put the salad in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before you serve it so that the flavors can mix
Enjoy Serve cold
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