Side dishe for 4
Caprese Quinoa Salad
Cooked quinoa cools with tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and greens, then gets tossed with oil and balsamic vinegar.
$4.95for 4 servings
$1.24 per serving$4.95 for 4
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- 28 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $typical cost tier
ItalianVegetarianBudgetSide dishesLunchesSummer
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Quinoa, couscous, barley$0.20/oz typical | 3 oz | $0.60Typical price |
| Red onions$1.49/lb typical | 0.1 lb | $0.15Typical price |
| Cherry and grape tomatoes$0.30/oz typical | 8 oz | $2.38Typical price |
| Mozzarella$0.30/oz typical | 3 oz | $0.90Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | a little | $0.16Typical price |
| Spinach$0.35/oz typical | 1.5 oz | $0.52Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $4.95 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Salt and pepperVinegarCooking spray, shortening, ghee, coconut and sesame oil
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup dry quinoa
- 3/4 cup water
- salt and pepper (optional)
- 1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion
- oil and vinegar (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 3/4 cup mozzarella pearls
- 3 1/2 tbsp fresh sliced basil
- 1 1/2 cups chopped fresh spinach or kale
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (optional)
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
Steps
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water and place it in a small saucepan with the water and a pinch of salt.
- Bring the quinoa to a boil, cover the pan, and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and let the quinoa rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the quinoa with a fork and cool it for 5 minutes.
- Toss the quinoa with tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, spinach or kale, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Swaps
- Red onions for Onionsabout $0.20/lb less at typical prices
- Mozzarella for Cheddar and shredded cheeseabout the same price
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