This vibrant quinoa salad is packed with fresh flavors and nutrients, ideal for meal prep or a light dinner. The homemade vegan pesto elevates it to a gourmet level.
Ready in 25 minutes · serves 4 · 250 calories per serving · fusion cuisine.
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Ingredients
1 cupquinoa
2 cupsfresh basil
0.5 cupwalnuts
3 tablespoonslemon juice
2 clovesgarlic
0.5 cupolive oil
1 cupcherry tomatoes
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Instructions
01
Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
02
In a food processor, blend basil, walnuts, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt until smooth.
03
Combine cooked quinoa with cherry tomatoes and vegan pesto in a large bowl.
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