California Quinoa Salad

It’s time to enjoy a hot and healthy salad, and we’re loving this Californian style that @tasteofhome created!

Time: 30min

Servings: 4

Difficulty: easy

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 cup of #quinoa, rinsed and well-drained
  • 1+1/4 cups of water
  • 3/4 cup of canned garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup of crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup of finely chopped Greek olives
  • 2 tbsps of fresh basil, minced
  • 1 tbsp of olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium zucchini, square chopped
  • 1 tomato, square chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

PREPARATION

1. Set a large saucepan on the stove and heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the quinoa with the garlic, and stir-fry them for a couple of minutes, until quinoa is toasted. Stir in zucchini and add the water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat low, and let it simmer. Add the rest of the ingredients and keep stirring until it’s warmed through. Easy, peasy! Serve immediately and enjoy!

Credit: @tasteofhome, go and check their account to get more cool recipes!

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