CAPRESE QUINOA SALAD

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Categories     Salad     Tomato     Basil

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups cooked quinoa (start with 1 cup uncooked quinoa, 2 cups water, and cook according to package directions)
1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes (substitute with any variety diced tomatoes)
8 ounces (about 1 cup) mini fresh mozzarella cheese balls (substitute with crumbled feta, blue cheese, or your favorite cheese)
about 10 to 15 torn basil leaves, or to taste
3 to 4 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
pinch sugar, optional and to taste (brings out the flavor of the tomatoes and balances the vinegar)

Steps:

  • Cook quinoa according to package directions and place cooked quinoa in a large bowl. Add all remaining ingredients and toss very well to combine. Taste and see if salad needs more vinegar, salt, etc. and season or tweak accordingly. I found it needed a fairly generous amount of salt and a pinch of sugar to balance the flavors for my taste preferences. Salad can be served immediately or transfer to an airtight container, refrigerate, and allow flavors to marrinate for up to 24 hours before serving. Salad will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 3 days, noting that vegetables will release water as time passes.

Lempe Khotso
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Kris Huffman
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Nitai Debnath
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This salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Harrington Mushonga
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa.


Shantel Kondo
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I'm not a huge fan of quinoa, but this salad changed my mind.


Brooke Francis
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


luri 77
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The sweetness of the tomatoes and the saltiness of the mozzarella cheese are a perfect match.


Kifayat Khan
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Jeffry Charles
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Bhojraj Pokhrel
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I love this salad. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Ayub khawar
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This salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I like to add some grilled chicken or shrimp for a protein boost.


Loretta Mirasole
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This salad is the perfect way to use up leftover quinoa. I always have some quinoa on hand and this is a great way to use it up.


Hawk Navy
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I love the bright and cheerful colors of this salad. It's so inviting and it makes me want to eat it.


Omnia Fawzy
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for parties and potlucks and it's always a hit.


Ganga Adhikari
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I'm not a huge fan of quinoa, but this salad changed my mind. The quinoa is cooked perfectly and it's so flavorful.


Shiraz ajmal
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This is my go-to summer salad. It's light and refreshing, and it's perfect for a picnic or barbecue.


Sayd Ali
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit at potlucks.


Margaret Mwangi
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This Caprese Quinoa Salad is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The quinoa is cooked perfectly, and the fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil create a refreshing and flavorful salad.