We are going to be moving in a couple of months. We aren’t going far; we are buying a house a mile down the road from us. Whether moving a mile or moving across country, it is still a lot of work. Actually, some of our cross-country moves have been easier since my husband’s work has moved us.
I’ve decided to start thining the pantry ahead of our move. When I was digging around the pantry looking for inspiration, I found a couple of boxes of quinoa. I don’t know why I hadn’t used it. We all love the nutty flavor and it cooks in the same time it takes to cook pasta.
I made use of the avocados and tomatoes that I picked up on sale, some pantry staples (beans and olives), and lime juice and zest that I froze when limes were on sale.
- 1½ cups quinoa (I used red quinoa)
- 3 cups water
- 2 avocados, diced
- 1¾ cups cooked beans (or 15 oz. can – I used white beans)
- 1 pint grape tomatoes
- ½ cup olives, thinly sliced
- ½ cup onion, diced
- juice and zest of two limes
- ¼ cup oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro ( or 1 tablespoon dried)
- Add quinoa and water to a large pot. Cook over a medium-high flame until it reaches a boil. Lower flame, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Place quinoa in the refrigerator to cool.
- Once the quinoa had cooled, add avocados, tomatoes, olives, and onions.
- Mix the dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the quinoa and veggies. Toss to coat.
- Serve immediately or place in the refrigerator to keep cool until you do serve it.
For the next couple of months, I will be emphasizing fast and easy recipes because after packing, cleaning, and painting that is all I am up for cooking.
This recipe is linked to Slightly Indulgent Tuesday and Hearth and Soul Hop.
That’s a healthy meal that’ll keep you going. Everything you need in a meal on one plate. Good for you!
Alea,
Yes moving is difficult, once you started packing only realize how many unwanted things you accumulated. By the way this quinoa salad looks delicious.
This sounds awesome. Anything with avocado and I’m in!
This looks so good! I am forever wasting lemons and limes and would have never thought to freeze the zest AND juice. Thanks for sharing the great tip…I’m going to be trying this one.
Hey – what a great and simple recipe! Thanks!
Your quinoa and avocado salad sounds delicious and refreshing. I like the zesty flavours in the dressing too.