Best Caprese Salad With Quinoa And Brown Rice Recipes
FRESH CAPRESE QUINOA SALAD
This bright and flavorful Caprese Quinoa Salad is made with toasted quinoa, cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella and fresh basil. With added protein and nutrients, it takes the classic Caprese salad to the next level.
Provided by Liz DellaCroce
Categories Side
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium pan, heat half of the olive oil (one tablespoon) over medium-high heat, toast the quinoa for 3-4 minutes until lightly brown and fragrant.
- Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 15 minutes then remove from heat. Fluff quinoa with a fork and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, add cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, lemon juice, remaining one tablespoon olive oil and salt/pepper.
- Toss salad to combine and check for seasoning before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Protein 6.6 g, Fat 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Sodium 78 mg, Fiber 3.6 g, Sugar 2.9 g, UnsaturatedFat 11.4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CAPRESE QUINOA SALAD
The classic summer combination of tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil are tossed with quinoa for an easy, but sophisticated summer salad. Cooking the quinoa in Progresso™ broth is the key to a flavorful salad.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In 2-quart saucepan, heat broth to boiling over high heat. Add quinoa and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer about 15 minutes or until all broth is absorbed. Transfer to large bowl. Refrigerate at least 1 hour until cool.
- In small bowl, beat vinegar, mustard, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and the pepper with whisk. Slowly beat in olive oil.
- Stir tomatoes, mozzarella and vinaigrette into cooled quinoa. Gently stir in 1/2 cup basil leaves.
- Transfer to serving bowl; garnish with additional basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 840 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g
CAPRESE SALAD WITH QUINOA AND BROWN RICE
Caprese salad is a classic recipe with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil. This version adds a little brown rice and quinoa for a heartier salad. The honey balsamic dressing gives the dish a lightly sweet and tangy flavor. It's delicious and will be great for a picnic or even a dinner party.
Provided by Peggy O'Brien
Categories Other Salads
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Cut tomatoes into wedges.
- 2. Chop red onion and basil.
- 3. Prepare quinoa/brown rice as directed on the package.
- 4. Mix together quinoa/rice, tomatoes, onion, and basil in a bowl.
- 5. Add mozzarella balls and gently toss in honey balsamic vinaigrette.
- 6. Refrigerate and serve cold.
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