Pesto Caprese Quinoa Salad
This vibrant quinoa salad is a delightful blend of fluffy quinoa, fresh basil, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella. Tossed in a flavorful basil vinaigrette, this dish is a refreshing and satisfying choice for any meal.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 shallot, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup tightly packed basil leaves
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp basil vinegar (you can use red wine vinegar if basil vinegar isn't available)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup small fresh mozzarella balls, halved
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the quinoa according to the package directions
- Once the quinoa has steamed, transfer it to a bowl and set aside.
- Make the basil vinaigrette according to the recipe instructions.
- Combine the basil vinaigrette with the quinoa and toss to combine. Spoon into a bowl and top with the cherry tomatoes and fresh mozzarella. Season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate and serve at a later time.
Nutrition
- Calories: 296 kcal
- Carbohydrate Content: 29 g
- Protein Content: 11 g
- Fat Content: 16 g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4 g
- Cholesterol Content: 9 mg
- Sodium Content: 34 mg
- Fiber Content: 3 g
- Sugar Content: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat Content: 8 g
- Serving Size: 1 serving
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