LVD Plaza Recipes
https://www.lvdplaza.com/Recipes/Detail/8119/
Avocado Quinoa Salad
Fiber Rich, Low Cholesterol, Less Sodium, Heart Healthy, Diabetic Friendly
Yield: 6-8 servings
Preparation Time: 20 min; Cook: 5 min
Ingredients
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For the Salad: |
| 1 |
cup |
uncooked quinoa
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| 1 |
small |
green bell pepper, chopped
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| 9 |
ounces |
fresh cherry tomatoes, halved
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| 1/4 |
cup |
red onion, finely chopped
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| 2 |
large |
ripe avocados, pit removed and chopped
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| 1/4 |
cup |
chopped fresh parsley
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| 1/2 |
cup |
crumbled feta cheese
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For the Dressing: |
| 1/2 |
cup |
olive oil
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| 1 |
tablespoon |
dijon mustard
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| 1 |
tablespoon |
honey
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| 1 |
teaspoon |
Italian seasoning
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| 1/4 |
teaspoon |
salt
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juice of one lemon
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Directions:
Cook quinoa according to package instructions, set aside to cool. While the quinoa is cooking, make dressing. Whisk together the dressing ingredients. Store in fridge until ready to use.
Mix together the bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, onion, avocado, parsley and cooled quinoa. Add in feta cheese. Mix dressing if separated and toss with quinoa salad.
Note: If planning to make salad in advance, follow directions as written above, except leave out the avocado in order to avoid browning. Add in avocado right before serving.
Photo and food styling by Webstop
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LVD Plaza Recipes
https://www.lvdplaza.com/Recipes/Detail/8119/