Quinoa Salad with Asparagus, Feta, and Pine Nuts

This Quinoa Salad with Asparagus, Feta, and Pine Nuts is a delightful and nutritious dish that combines the earthy flavors of quinoa with the freshness of asparagus, the creaminess of feta cheese, and the crunch of pine nuts. Tossed in a zesty lemon-garlic dressing, its a perfect balance of textures and flavors.

Ingredients:

1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water

In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and water

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until quinoa is cooked and the water is absorbed

Remove from heat and let it cool

While the quinoa is cooling, blanch the asparagus by boiling them in a pot of salted water for 2-3 minutes

Drain and immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process

Drain again and set aside

In a dry skillet, toast the pine nuts over medium heat until they are lightly golden

Be careful not to burn them

Remove from heat and set aside

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing

In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, blanched asparagus, crumbled feta cheese, and toasted pine nuts

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well combined

Garnish the salad with fresh basil leaves

Serve immediately as a healthy and delicious salad option

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