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Quinoa with Pesto, Bocconcini and Cherry Tomatoes

Quinoa with Pesto, Bocconcini and Cherry Tomatoes

Quinoa with Pesto, Bocconcini and Cherry Tomatoes:

 

Cooking Time:

25 minutes

Preparation Time:

5 minutes

Servings:

8

 

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups of quinoa, rinsed and drained
  • 3 cups of water
  • 4 heaped tbsp of basil pesto (store bought or make your own)
  • 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
8 bocconcini, halved
  • Extra-virgin olive oil for dressing
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon

Method

In a medium size pot on high heat, place the quinoa and water and bring to the boil, once boiling reduce to a simmer and cover with lid. Leave to simmer for 12 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool.

Once quinoa has cooled add the pesto, bocconcini and cherry tomatoes and mix through to combine well.

Just before serving drizzle the salad with olive oil and half the juice of 1 lemon. You may also like to grate some fresh parmesan cheese over the top.