Description
A refreshing and nutritious Avocado Quinoa Salad packed with superfoods.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Once the quinoa has cooled, add it to the mixing bowl with the vegetables. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For added protein, consider mixing in black beans or grilled chicken.
- Substitute lime juice with lemon juice for a different citrus flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg