This Strawberry Basil Quinoa Salad is a delicious and easy dish, perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Nutritious quinoa is combined with sweet strawberries, aromatic basil, and crunchy almonds, then finished with a drizzle of tangy balsamic glaze. This salad offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures and pairs perfectly with grilled vegetables, making it an ideal addition to your healthy eating repertoire.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
- 1/4 cup almonds chopped
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Quinoa: Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, bring the water or vegetable broth to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- Prepare the Ingredients: While the quinoa is cooking, hull and slice the strawberries, chop the basil leaves, and chop the almonds.
- Mix the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, sliced strawberries, chopped basil, and chopped almonds. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Add the Balsamic Glaze: Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the salad. Toss gently to coat the ingredients with the glaze.
- Season to Taste: Add salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning as needed.
- Serve: Serve the Strawberry Basil Quinoa Salad immediately, or refrigerate it for an hour to let the flavors meld together.
Notes
Enjoy the harmonious blend of sweet strawberries, fragrant basil, and crunchy almonds in this delicious and nutritious quinoa salad!
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