Description
This Quick Guacamole Quinoa Salad is a fresh and nutritious dish perfect for a light lunch or a side at dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained (optional)
- 1/2 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced avocado, tomato, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Gently mix to combine.
- Add the cooked quinoa to the avocado mixture and stir until well combined. If using, fold in the black beans and corn.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes for enhanced flavors.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeño or a dash of hot sauce to the salad.
- You can also substitute the quinoa with brown rice or couscous for a different texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing and Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg