Toasted Quinoa Snow Peas Tomatoes And Mozzarella Salad Recipe

Brighten your summer with this vibrant and refreshing Toasted Quinoa Salad! This crowd-pleasing recipe bursts with fresh flavors from snow peas, juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant herbs. Easy to make and perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or potluck contribution. Get ready for a taste of sunshine!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 191.3 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Toasted Quinoa Snow Peas Tomatoes And Mozzarella Salad

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How to Make Toasted Quinoa Snow Peas Tomatoes And Mozzarella Salad

  1. Toast 1 cup quinoa in a medium saucepan over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly golden.
  2. Add 3 cups of water to the saucepan, bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
  4. Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, and let cool completely.
  5. While quinoa cools, prepare the remaining ingredients: Combine 1 cup shelled snow peas, 1 (8 ounce) ball fresh mozzarella, cut into 1/2-inch cubes, 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion, 1/2 cup chopped cucumber, 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, and 1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes in a large bowl.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the zest and juice of 1 lemon, 1/4 cup olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste.
  7. Add the cooled quinoa to the large bowl with the vegetables and cheese. Pour the lemon-olive oil dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
  8. Serve immediately or chill for later. Garnish with extra fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

9g

Carbs

8g