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Quinoa Salad with black beans and avocado

Quinoa Salad with Black Beans and Avocado

Love a healthy twist to your meals? Try this Zesty Quinoa Salad, combining the goodness of veggies with a tantalizing lime dressing! 🥗🍃🥒

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 cup chopped parsley
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
  3. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and allow to cool slightly.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and parsley.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. If using, sprinkle with feta cheese before serving.
  • Author: Fionna Mendez
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 servings
  • Calories: 180 kcal

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