Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 lb ripe tomatoes (3–4 medium), sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 12–16 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 1 bunch fresh basil (about 1/3 cup whole basil leaves)
- 1 cup cooked quinoa, cooled slightly
- 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- 1/2 tsp sea salt, or to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper, or to taste
- 2 Tbsp balsamic glaze (optional), to taste
Instructions
- Layer sliced tomatoes on a serving platter.
- Arrange mozzarella slices between the tomato layers.
- Spoon cooled quinoa around the tomatoes and mozzarella.
- Tuck whole basil leaves throughout the salad.
- Season with sea salt and black pepper, then drizzle with olive oil and optional balsamic glaze before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg