LEMON-BASIL QUINOA SALAD
Found this and thought I would share since quinoa seems to be becoming so popular. This make-ahead salad (served warm or room temperature) is great for outdoor parties since it won't spoil in the sun.
Provided by manella
Categories Salad Grains Quinoa Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring chicken broth and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and broth has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Stir quinoa, lemon zest, and lemon juice together in a bowl. Add red peppers, cranberries, onion, and basil to quinoa; toss to combine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.8 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 156.7 mg, Sugar 6.2 g
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Navdeep Kumar
[email protected]I love the bright and tangy flavors of this salad. It's a great way to change up your usual salad routine.
Hafaz Arif bhatti
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect dish to enjoy on a hot summer day.
Faith Muthoni
[email protected]This salad is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet. The kids love it too!
Vivian Karonei
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of basil, but I loved this salad! The lemon dressing really mellows out the flavor of the basil.
Khum Magar
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or fish. It's also a great option for a vegan or vegetarian meal.
Jatt babu
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few fresh ingredients and it's always delicious.
TBR 10 YT
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber.
Sussy Baka
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting quinoa salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill! The lemon basil dressing is a great way to change up the flavor profile.
Edna Eyong
[email protected]This is my new favorite quinoa salad recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Brian Smiroldo
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.
MD Nahid Hossain
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and healthy. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Tutoring Wiki
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of quinoa, but this salad changed my mind! The lemon basil dressing is amazing.
Faith Flett
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. I also added some chopped cucumber and red onion for extra crunch.
Chop Kid
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my salad turned out perfect! The quinoa was fluffy and the dressing was tangy and flavorful.
eri gacha
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the bright flavors of the lemon and basil.
Wanessa Gruszewska
[email protected]I've made this salad a few times now and it's always a hit! The combination of lemon, basil, and quinoa is so refreshing and delicious.
Alusine Sow
[email protected]This lemon basil quinoa salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for summer. The quinoa is cooked perfectly and the lemon basil dressing is light and zesty. I added some grilled chicken to my salad for extra protein and it was delicio