Lemon-Basil Quinoa Salad

Name: Lemon-Basil Quinoa Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1 cup quinoa; 1 large lemon, zested and juiced; 0.5 cup roasted red peppers, drained and diced; 0.25 cup dried cranberries; 2 tablespoons minced red onion; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

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Found this 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.

Recipe by manella

Published on December 18, 2014

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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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

Directions

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.
Stir quinoa, lemon zest, and lemon juice together in a bowl. Add red peppers, cranberries, onion, and basil to quinoa; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

205	Calories
3g	Fat
39g	Carbs
8g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 205
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g	4%
Saturated Fat 1g	3%
Cholesterol 2mg	1%
Sodium 157mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate 39g	14%
Dietary Fiber 5g	18%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 8g
Vitamin C 37mg	185%
Calcium 43mg	3%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 291mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.