18 min
Prep Time
1 hr
Cook Time
Medium
Level
6
Servings

I found this lemon-basil quinoa salad recipe and thought I would share since quinoa seems to be becoming so popular. This make-ahead salad (served warm or room temperature) is great for outdoor parties since it won't spoil in the sun.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

  • 1 cup quinoa

  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced

  • ½ cup roasted red peppers, drained and diced

  • ¼ cup dried cranberries

  • 2 tablespoons minced red onion

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Method

  1. Bring chicken broth and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and broth has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.

  2. Combine quinoa, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a bowl. Stir in red peppers, cranberries, onion, and basil until combined.