Tasty Tuesday-Caprese quinoa salad

Caprese quinoa salad

Yields: 1 serving

1 cup quinoa rinsed well

 2 cups water

 8 oz mozzarella pearls

 ½ cup loose packed fresh basil

 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoessliced in half

 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

 1 tbsp olive oil

 salt and pepper

1

Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in quinoa, cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until all liquid has evaporated. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.

2

Combine quinoa, mozzarella pearls, tomatoes, basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.