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Roasted Tomato quinoa

Roasted Tomato & Mozzarella Quinoa Salad

This quinoa dish is not only delicious and healthy but super simple to make! 
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American, Italian
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 pint Cherry Tomatoes roasted in the oven at 375 degrees for 35 minutes
  • 4 oz Fresh Mozzarella cubed or diced
  • A Few Torn Basil Leaves
  • 1 cup Quinoa
  • 2 cups Water
  • Balsamic Drizzle

Method
 

  1. Combine 1 cup of quinoa with two cups of water in a small sauce pan uncovered. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low and cover for 15-20 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa is soft.
  2. Remove the lid and stir in half of the mozzarella cheese until it starts to melt into the quinoa.
  3. Transfer to a large bowl and stir in your roasted tomatoes, torn basil and remaining cheese. Top with balsamic drizzle and salt and pepper to taste.