Caprese Quinoa Salad with Sweet Corn

This summer salad is called Caprese Quinoa Salad with Sweet Corn. It has all the flavors of a traditional Caprese salad, plus the health benefits of quinoa and sweet corn. It goes well with barbecues and picnics, or you can eat it by itself for a light but filling meal.

Ingredients:

1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
2 cups water
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 1/2 cups fresh mozzarella balls, halved
1 cup fresh sweet corn kernels
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed

Transfer cooked quinoa to a large mixing bowl and let it cool to room temperature

Add halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, sweet corn kernels, and chopped basil to the quinoa

In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients

Gently toss the salad to combine all the ingredients and coat them with the dressing

Season with salt and black pepper to taste

Serve the Caprese Quinoa Salad with Sweet Corn immediately, or refrigerate it for a few hours before serving to let the flavors meld together

Enjoy your delicious and refreshing salad!

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