Cherry Tomato Quinoa Caprese

• 1 cup red quinoa
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls (Bocconcini), drained
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
• 4 cups heirloom cherry tomatoes in a variety of colors (examples - Sungold, Sweet Million,
• salt and pepper, to taste

1. -tn a medium saucepan, combine red quinoa, broth and garlic. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, cover & cook 10 - 15 minutes until all broth is absorbed. Cool and set aside.
2. -tn a small bowl, combine balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
3. -tn a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, dressing, mozzarella cheese balls, basil and heirloom cherry tomatoes. Salt and pepper, to taste.

red quinoa, vegetable broth, garlic, balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, mozzarella, fresh basil, heirloom cherry tomatoes, salt

Taken from food52.com/recipes/5996-cherry-tomato-quinoa-caprese (may not work)