Quinoa Summer Salad

Quinoa Summer Salad
~rls2007~

1 cup pre washed qunoa
2 cups chicken broth
2 cloves crushed garlic

2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red or white wine vinegar
3 cloves crushed garlic
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
salt and pepper to taste

1/2 cup diced zuchinni
1/2 cup diced summer squash
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup diced cucumber
1/2 cup diced yellow bell pepper
1/4 cup diced red onion
1-2 cups halved grape tomatoes
1-2 cups halved fresh mozzarella balls or 1 cup diced provolone cheese

Directions:

1.  Add quinoa, chicken broth and garlic to a pot and bring to a boil.  Cover and simmer 10-15 minutes until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.  Set aside to cool.  Once cool, place in a container in the fridge until cold.

2.  Whisk together lemon juice, oil, vinegar and seasonings until combined.  Set aside.

3.  Chop all veggies and cheese and add to large bowl.

4.  Add quinoa to veggies and pour dressing over.  Toss until well combined.  Adjust seasonings as desired.