Red Quinoa and Avocado Salad

24 Reviews

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 15 min
Ready In: 50 min

“A tasty combination of quinoa, avocado, cumin, and lime juice with fresh veggies for a delicious meal!” - by Gitano

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Original recipe yields 2 salads

Directions

Bring the quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender, and the water has been absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes. Spread into a mixing bowl, and refrigerate until cold.
Once the quinoa has chilled, gently stir in the tomatoes, cucumber, and onion. Season with lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper; stir to combine. Divide the spinach leaves onto salad plates, and top with the quinoa salad. Garnish with the avocado slices to serve.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (2 total)

Calories
311 cal
16%

Fat
17.3 g
27%

Carbs
37.1 g
12%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Flaxen Curls

Apr. 18, 2011

"Wow, what an easy and delicious dish to prepare! I worried there might not be enough seasonings but this dish was flavourful and refreshing...." See more"

hecate

Feb. 28, 2011

"delicious! I added in chopped parley and chick peas and omitted the spinach, onion & cukes (only because I didn't have any on hand) - and it was still great. Husband loved it. I used lemon instead ..." See moreof lime and added a little EVOO to make a dressing."

SLJ6

May. 3, 2011

"Excellent .....and I love quinoa so this is just another delicious way to enjoy it....my only mini change was to cook my quinoa in chicken broth instead of water. Loved this healthy and light dinner. ..." See moreThanks Gitano!"

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