Quinoa Avocado Salad with Tomatoes and Peppers

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Quinoa Avocado Salad with Tomatoes and Peppers Recipe

This Quinoa Avocado Salad with Tomatoes and Peppers is a tasty and nutritious salad that's ideal for a light lunch or as a side dish. It's high in protein, fiber, and healthy fats thanks to the quinoa and avocado, and it's full of fresh flavors thanks to the cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and cilantro.

Ingredients

• Season with salt and pepper to taste
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1/4 cup red onion, diced
• 1 tablespoon vinegar (red wine)
• 1 cup rinsed and drained quinoa
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

Time Needed

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes

Instructions

• Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
• Reduce the heat to low and add the quinoa.
• Cook, covered, for 15-20 minutes, or until all of the water has been absorbed.
• Take off the heat and fluff with a fork.
• Allow for a 10-minute cooling period.
• Combine the cooked quinoa, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red and yellow bell peppers, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro in a large mixing bowl.
• Whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
• Toss the quinoa salad with the dressing to combine.
• Chill before serving.

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