Gluten Free Pesto Quinoa with Tomatoes and Mozzarella Recipe Video
Ingredients
| Pesto | 1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs) | |
| Extra-virgin olive oil | 3 Tablespoon | |
| Pepper | 1⁄4 Teaspoon | |
| Quinoa | 2 1⁄2 Cup (40 tbs), cooked and cooled | |
| Cherry tomato/Grape tomatoes | 1 Pint | |
| Mozzarella cheese | 6 Ounce, cubed | |
| Salt | To Taste |
Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Calories 786 Calories from Fat 367
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 41 g62.5%
Saturated Fat 9.7 g48.7%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 33.6 mg11.2%
Sodium 676.6 mg28.2%
Total Carbohydrates 76 g25.3%
Dietary Fiber 8.4 g33.6%
Sugars 4.2 g
Protein 25 g50.8%
Vitamin A 20.2% Vitamin C 32.9%
Calcium 28.4% Iron 28%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Directions
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the pesto and extra-virgin olive oil. Set aside.
2. In another bowl add in the quinoa, tomatoes and mozzarella cheese.
3. Pour in the pesto mixture and mix well.
4. Season with the pepper and mix again.
SERVING
5. Serve Pesto Quinoa with Tomatoes and Mozzarella along with roasted vegetables and enjoy!
Editors Review
Compact appetizers are an intuitive idea to include or pack nutritious ingredients including vegetables and flavors. Check out this recipe to make Pesto Quinoa with Tomatoes and Mozzarella Dressing using a few seasonings along with healthy pesto and quinoa.Chef
