Lemon-Basil Quinoa Salad

This refreshing lemon-basil quinoa salad recipe includes broth-cooked quinoa, roasted red peppers, dried cranberries, lemon zest and juice, and fresh basil.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 205 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 tablespoons minced red onion
• 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
• 0.25 cup dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup roasted red peppers, drained and diced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

Combine quinoa, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a bowl. Stir in red peppers, cranberries, onion, and basil until combined.