Strawberry Basil Quinoa Salad
INGREDIENTS:
3 cups water
1 ½ cups quinoa
¾ teaspoon salt, divided
⅓ cup lemon juice
⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
½ teaspoon ground pepper
2 cups diced strawberries
½ cup chopped fresh basil
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
DIRECTIONS
Combine water, quinoa and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large saucepan. Bring to a simmer over high heat. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer, cover and cook until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool for 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, whisk lemon juice, oil, maple syrup, pepper and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl.
Add the cooked quinoa, strawberries, basil and feta to the dressing; stir to combine.
247 calories
6g protein
26g carbs
13 fat
Courtesy of Eating Well
