Chef Shayna's Quinoa Salad recipe

Friday, July 21, 2017
We've got a side dish that's perfect for those summertime picnics or barbecues.

Ingredients
  • 2 cups Quinoa
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 TB olive oil
  • 1 bag Frozen corn (I grilled & froze Fresno state corn)
  • 1 bag Frozen Peas
  • Finely Chopped Fresh basil, mint, & parsley
  • Shaved Parmesan cheese
  • Option: Cooked chicken slices

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Dressing
  • Olive oil
  • Juice from 1 lemon
  • Minced garlic
  • Salt & pepper


Directions
  1. Prepare Quinoa by bringing chicken broth to a boil & adding in Quinoa. Bring to a simmer, cover with a lid and cook for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and stir in olive oil.

  2. Put hot Quinoa in a serving bowl. Stir in frozen corn & peas and stir to combine.

  3. Finely chop fresh herbs & mix into the bowl. Season with salt & pepper.

  4. In a small bowl combine dressing ingredients with a whisk. Drizzle over Quinoa and mix well. Shave fresh Parmesan on top & enjoy!

  5. Option to add Chicken to make it a meal.

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