Lunch
Quinoa Avocado Salad
Protein-packed quinoa pairs with creamy avocado in this refreshing grain salad. It's the perfect make-ahead side dish to bring on a picnic or take to a potluck. Or pack it for lunch or enjoy it as a light dinner.
10 min
Prep Time
2 hr 58 min
Cook Time
Medium
Level
8
Servings
Protein-packed quinoa pairs with creamy avocado in this refreshing grain salad. It's the perfect make-ahead side dish to bring on a picnic or take to a potluck. Or pack it for lunch or enjoy it as a light dinner.
Ingredients
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3 tablespoons lime juice
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2 tablespoons avocado oil
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¾ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon ground pepper
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3 cups cooked quinoa, cooled
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2 medium avocados, chopped
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1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
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1 cup diced cucumber
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½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
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1 scallion, sliced
Method
- Whisk lime juice, oil, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Add quinoa, avocados, tomatoes, cucumber, cilantro and scallion; stir gently until combined.
