Quinoa Avocado Salad

This quinoa and avocado salad is very healthy and tastes great. Its great for a light dinner or healthy lunch.

Ingredients:

1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cups water
1 ripe avocado, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil

Add the quinoa and reduce heat to low

Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, or until quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed

Remove from heat and let cool

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro

In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine

Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve

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