Quinoa & Avocado Salad

Name: Quinoa & Avocado Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa; 2 cups water; 1 avocado; 1 red bell pepper; 3 stalks green onion; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon salt

This salad is a light and flavorful combination of quinoa, avocado, and vegetables.

cuisine: Mediterranean serves: 4 (Salad)

PREP: 15 minutes COOK: 20 minutes TOTAL: 35 minutes

INGREDIENTS

1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
1 avocado
1 red bell pepper
3 stalks green onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt

INSTRUCTIONS

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, about 15 minutes.
Drain any excess water from the quinoa, then transfer it to a large bowl and let cool for 10 minutes.
Cut the avocado into cubes and add it to the cooled quinoa. Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips and add it to the bowl. Thinly slice the green onion and add it to the bowl.
Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and salt in a small bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

NUTRITION FACTS (per serving)

Calories: 262kcal Carbohydrates: 21.7g Protein: 5.8g Fat: 17.9g Cholesterol: 0mg Sodium: 162mg Fiber: 7.6g Sugar: 2.6g

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