Description
A colorful and healthy meal packed with nutrients, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
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 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the dressing by whisking together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, corn, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
- Drizzle the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to enhance the flavors.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas.
- You can substitute the quinoa with brown rice or farro for a different grain option.
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or a sprinkle of chili powder to the dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg