Name: Summer Squash and Red Quinoa Salad with Walnuts
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Yield: Makes 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup red or other quinoa, rinsed in a fine-mesh sieve, drained; 2 teaspoons kosher salt plus more for seasoning; 1 pound assorted summer squash; 2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan plus 1/4 cup shaved with a peeler; ¼ cup Parmesan; 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon Sherry vinegar; 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; Freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves; 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted; 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn

Summer squash and red quinoa salad with walnuts on a white plate.

Summer Squash and Red Quinoa Salad with WalnutsRomulo Yanes

For this pretty side or meatless main salad, use medium and small squash for the best flavor. Quinoa and walnuts (or a grain and nut of your choosing) add heft.

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