Quinoa Caprese Salad

Craving a fresh, vibrant meal? This Caprese Quinoa Salad is your ticket to flavor town! It’s a breeze to whip up, combining protein-packed quinoa with juicy tomatoes, hearty chickpeas, and fragrant basil. The zesty dressing ties it all together, creating a perfect harmony of tastes. Whether served warm or chilled, this salad is sure to become your new go-to for easy, nutritious meals.

Cooking Tip

To add more protein, stir in tofu, lentils, or chicken. Quinoa triples in size when cooked! Start with 2/3 cup dried quinoa to make 2 cups cooked.

Yield2 servings

Serving size2 cups

Perfect forKid-friendly, One-pot, Quick & easy

Dietary preferencesGluten Free, Vegetarian

Ingredients

2 cups cooked quinoa, cooked
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup chickpeas, cooked
1/2 cup basil leaves
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tbsp cheese (mozzarella, feta, etc.)

Dressing

1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tsp lemon juice
1 garlic clove
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp dried oregano
pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, tomatoes, chickpeas, and basil. Toss to combine.
Whisk together the dressing ingredients, reserving a bit of pepper to garnish. Pour dressing over quinoa salad and stir together until evenly coated.
Garnish with some fresh cracked pepper if desired.
Serve immediately or chill in fridge for 30-60 minutes.

Nutrition facts (per serving)

460Calories

14 Total Fat (g)

2.4Saturated Fat (g)

270Sodium (mg)

66Carbs (g)

12 Dietary Fiber (g)

17Protein (g)

This material was funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – SNAP.

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