Quinoa Salad With Fresh Herbs, Tomatoes and Red Onion -

Fresh flavors come together in this hearty and delicious vegetarian salad made with quinoa, tomatoes and red onion.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked quinoa
2 large tomatoes, quartered, cut into cubes
1/4 medium red onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Dash sugar
Grated Parmesan cheese

Steps

Cool cooked quinoa. Meanwhile, in medium bowl, toss tomatoes, onion, garlic, basil, parsley, oil and vinegar. Season with salt, pepper and sugar.

Spread cooled cooked quinoa in large serving bowl or on small platter; spoon tomato salad over top. Cover; refrigerate until serving time.

Before serving, sprinkle with cheese.

Expert Tips

Salad will keep for a day or two so it can be made hours before you need to serve it.
Replacing the water with chicken broth when cooking the quinoa gives it lots of flavor.
Feel free to get creative and add some feta cheese, olives, oregano, or other cheeses and spices.

recipe and photo source: bettycrocker.com