Strawberry Quinoa Salad with Fresh Basil

By Marlenew

Precook quinoa the night before and allow to cool; refridgerate.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup basil, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1 tsp. agave nectar or honey
• 1 tsp. sea salt
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 cups cooked quinoa
• 1 cup sliced strawberries
• 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup cucumber, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup diced carrots, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup red or yellow peppers, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped basil, finely chopped

Details

Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 15mins
Adapted from reluctantentertainer.com

Preparation

Step 1

Mix the first 5 ingredients in a bowl; set aside.

Add the other ingredients together in a larger bowl.

Mix in the dressing. Serve!