Description
A vibrant salad featuring quinoa, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and fresh basil, drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup mozzarella balls, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa thoroughly before cooking.
- Cook the quinoa by combining it with water in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Cool the quinoa completely before mixing with fresh ingredients.
- Combine the cooled quinoa with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil in a large bowl.
- Create the dressing by whisking olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt and pepper in a small bowl.
- Toss the dressing with the salad and serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: The salad stores beautifully; add fresh basil before serving. For a toasted flavor, consider toasting the quinoa before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg