How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Caprese Quinoa Salad ?

You need 9 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups cooked quinoa (start with 1 cup uncooked quinoa, 2 cups water, and cook according to package directions), 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes (substitute with any variety diced tomatoes), 8 ounces (about 1 cup) mini fresh mozzarella cheese balls (substitute with crumbled feta, blue cheese, or your favorite cheese), about 10 to 15 torn basil leaves, or to taste, and more.

Is Caprese Quinoa Salad suitable as salads?

Yes, Caprese Quinoa Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Caprese Quinoa Salad ?

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Caprese Quinoa Salad Recipe

Name: Caprese Quinoa Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked quinoa (start with 1 cup uncooked quinoa, 2 cups water, and cook according to package directions); 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes (substitute with any variety diced tomatoes); 8 ounces (about 1 cup) mini fresh mozzarella cheese balls (substitute with crumbled feta, blue cheese, or your favorite cheese); about 10 to 15 torn basil leaves, or to taste; 3 to 4 tablespoons rice wine vinegar; 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil; 3/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste; pinch sugar, optional and to taste (brings out the flavor of the tomatoes and balances the vinegar)

Caprese Quinoa Salad – a delicious recipe with quinoa, grape, mozzarella cheese, basil, rice wine vinegar, olive oil. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Salads

Servings: persons

2 cups cooked quinoa (start with 1 cup uncooked quinoa, 2 cups water, and cook according to package directions)
1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes (substitute with any variety diced tomatoes)
8 ounces (about 1 cup) mini fresh mozzarella cheese balls (substitute with crumbled feta, blue cheese, or your favorite cheese)
about 10 to 15 torn basil leaves, or to taste
3 to 4 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
pinch sugar, optional and to taste (brings out the flavor of the tomatoes and balances the vinegar)

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Servings
4 servings
Calories
625 kcal
Category
Salads

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