Enjoy a refreshing quinoa salad with zucchini and cheese, perfect for summer meals or lunch breaks.

Quinoa with Zucchini and Cheese

Quinoa with zucchini and cheese is a delightful vegetarian quinoa salad, perfect for summer menus! Just like traditional rice or pasta salads, it can be prepared in advance and is great enjoyed at room temperature, making it an ideal solution for lunch breaks at the office or the beach.

The dressing is very simple and quick: sautéed zucchini, shavings of Grana Padano, and fresh basil leaves create a genuine, tasty, and fragrant mix. Practical and nutritious, quinoa with zucchini and cheese will be your go-to dish this summer!

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 medium zucchinis
• 1 cup Grana Padano cheese, grated
• Fresh basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and cook it according to package instructions.
2. While the quinoa is cooking, wash and slice the zucchinis.
3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the zucchini for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender.
4. Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork and let it cool slightly.
5. In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, sautéed zucchini, grated Grana Padano, salt, and pepper.
6. Add fresh basil leaves to taste and mix well.
7. Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your delicious quinoa with zucchini and cheese!

Total Time: 30 min
Cuisine: Italian

Try these tasty variations of quinoa salad:

• Quinoa with Vegetables
• Quinoa Salad with Edamame and Vegetables
• Greek Quinoa Salad
• Quinoa with Eggplant and Mint