Quinoa Tomato Basil Salad

Quinoa is a superfood, a vegan total protein.  Tomatoes and basil are also very good for you.  Eat this after you've chilled it a while in the fridge.

Rinse 1 cup quinoa, and place in a pot with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt.  Bring to a boil, then drop the heat to a simmer and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally.


Toss the cooked quinoa with 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, and 1/8 cup chopped fresh basil.  Top with a dressing, made with 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/8 cup balsamic vinegar, 1 tsp coarse salt, 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper.