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Easy Quinoa and Avocado Salad Recipe
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Quinoa and Avocado Salad

Quinoa and Avocado Salad Recipe
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Quinoa and Avocado Salad Recipe
Servings: 6
Calories: 465kcal
Author: Alea Milham

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups quinoa
  • 3 cups water
  • 2 avocados diced
  • 1 3/4 cups cooked beans or 15 oz. can - I used white beans
  • 1 pint of grape tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup olives thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup onion diced

Dressing Ingredients:

  • juice and zest of two limes
  • 1/4 cup oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or 1 tablespoon dried

Instructions

  • 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.

Notes

Prep-Ahead Tip: You can make the quinoa a day or two ahead of time. You can also make the dressing ahead of time.

Nutrition

Calories: 465kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 194mg | Potassium: 936mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 828IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 3mg