Strawberry Quinoa Salad with Fresh Basil
Strawberry Quinoa Salad with Fresh Basil is packed with summer flavors. Delicious meal with chicken, or side dish, or gluten-free potluck dish!
Being a seasoned hostess, I’ve learned that hosting a dinner party is an opportunity for bringing people together to create togetherness. This Easter dinner, where we served Strawberry Quinoa Salad with Fresh Basil, happened four years ago at our last home in Medford, Oregon.
Strawberry Quinoa Salad
In our backyard with family and friends, we served a traditonal Easter dinner of ham, potatoes (love these Potato Gratin Muffin Stacks), lots of salads, and plenty of desserts. Desserts like this 5-ingredient Frozen Strawberry Royale, and No Bake Chocolate Easter Egg Cookies!
I whipped up one of my favorite quinoa salads, Strawberry Quinoa Salad with Fresh Basil. Or, another option is this Quinoa and Currant Summer Salad Recipe!
There’s nothing quite like strawberries and fresh basil that says “summer!”
Ingredients for strawberry quinoa salad
- Fresh basil, finely chopped
- Lime juice
- Agave nectar or honey
- Sea salt
- Olive oil
- Cooked quinoa
- Sliced strawberries
- Red onion, cucumber, carrots, bell peppers
Summer salad recipe
A delicious summer salad, the dressing is so simple. Olive oil, lime juice, honey, and fresh basil.
Mix together! Make the salad ahead and toss right before serving!
Life is best
I think about what food means to us – as a society, as friends and family, and as a community, and how the nourishment of it changes our lives. I’m sure you have your own stories of sharing food and recipes with others in your home.
Life is definitely best shared with company!
Strawberry Quinoa Salad with Fresh Basil
What makes me sad is that to many, dinner parties or eating together only center around a holiday meal (or birthday celebration).
I wish we didn’t always have a “reason” to host a dinner party!
Plan the menu, ask guests to contribute, and make-ahead some easy recipes, like this Strawberry Quinoa Salad with Fresh Basil.
Set the table
For this outdoor Easter dinner, we set a very simple table with springy flowers, my favorite Le Creuset dishes, Mason green and blue jars for glasses, and IKEA purple napkins.
The day couldn’t have been better.
The food was delicious, the weather was absolutely gorgeous, we mingled, savored our time together, and I will admit, it was hard to say goodbye.
More quinoa recipes
Thai Quinoa Salad [Foodie Crush]
Quinoa Lentil Salad [A Spicy Perspective]
Chicken Quinoa Black Bean Bake
Get the Recipe:
Strawberry Quinoa Salad with Fresh Basil
Ingredients
- ¼ cup basil, finely chopped
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 1 tsp. agave nectar or honey
- 1 tsp. sea salt
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 cups cooked quinoa
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup cucumber, finely chopped
- ¼ cup diced carrots, finely chopped
- ¼ cup red or yellow peppers, finely chopped
- ¼ cup chopped basil, finely chopped
Instructions
- Mix the first 5 ingredients in a bowl; set aside.
- Add the other ingredients together in a larger bowl.
- Mix in the dressing. Serve!
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I’m Sandy—lover of food, family, cooking, THE BIG BOARD, travel, and bringing people together. Through great recipes and connection around the table, we become better, stronger, and more courageous people. Feasting on Life is real, and every time we do it, we grow a little more. Read more...
It looks like a great holiday celebration.
The salad looks amazing! I love how simple the dressing is.
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I love potlucks. It’s how we always do family gatherings, and since we’re looking to feed 40+, it’s really helpful in getting rid of some of the burden of cooking for and hosting that many people. Looks like you had a wonderful time!
Your table is beautiful! The salad looks amazing! I love how simple the dressing is.
Such a pretty spring table, and I love the sound of this salad, especially that simple dressing. Potlucks…love ’em! Everyone contributes, so much less work for the host.
Thats a beautiful celebration, love!! It looks like a great holiday celebration.
Such a beautiful Easter celebration, Sandy! From your table setting choices and florals to the food and drink. So pretty. And, I just love your new hairstyle with freshly cut bangs…perfect for spring and summer! Thanks for sharing, my friend. Have a fabulous week! xo
Thank you Stacy!
I’m SO making that dressing. I need new flavors, and that is the best ever. I heart basil!
You’ll love the combination, Dorothy! :)
What a lovely combo of ingredients. I personally love fresh basil. Many years I grow it. It is so cool to go out and pick fresh herbs. I also use strawberries in all kinds of salads. However I realize I have never put basil and strawberries together before. I hear you about food and people and the joy when that comes together. Smiles to you.
It’s yummy, Carol!
Hi Sandy – I just wanted to let you know how inspired I always am by your posts. I hosted 2 brunches this week at my house. Granted, they were for a birthday and Easter, but I’m gaining confidence and realizing it doesn’t have to be perfect and I don’t have to do it all. I already have a couple activities planned here in the next week or so! Thanks for your words of encouragement.
You are welcome, and congrats on your 2 recent brunches, Denise! That is awesome!
Beautiful post, Sandy! Loving your hair and that gorgeous dress :)
Thanks, Kelly-girl. :)
Good morning! I love potlucks. People feel a sense of belonging when they make a contribution to a gathering. They also have pride in bringing a dish that they have made with love. Potlucks also take away some of the anxiety a host may have regarding putting together a big meal together.
By the way Sandy, I just love your new haircut:-)
Thank you, Debi! And thanks for sharing. Potlucks rock!
I’m all for potluck entertaining and everyone contributing…it takes so much stress off the hostess and you get to enjoy the goodness from the kitchen of your friends :)
You are right, Kirstin, it’s so much easier! And enjoyable! :)
So yummy! I love combining Quinoa with fruit!
Such a beautiful Easter!! Wow, I am a little jealous of your gorgeous weather and delicious spread!
Love this springy quinoa salad!