Ingredients
– 1 cup quinoa
– 2 cups water
– 1 ripe mango, diced
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 1 avocado, diced
– 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– ½ red onion, finely chopped
– 1 lime, juiced
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating your Mango Cilantro Quinoa Summer Salad is a breeze when you follow these simple steps:
1. Rinse the Quinoa: Place the quinoa in a fine mesh strainer and rinse it under cold water to remove any bitterness.
2. Cook the Quinoa: In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed quinoa, reduce heat to low, and cover. Cook for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and water is absorbed.
3. Prep the Veggies: While quinoa is cooking, chop the mango, red bell pepper, avocado, cilantro, and red onion.
4. Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create a dressing.
5. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced mango, red bell pepper, avocado, cilantro, and red onion.
6. Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
7. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
8. Serve Immediately or Chill: This salad can be served immediately or chilled in the refrigerator for 30 minutes for a cooler taste.
With these simple steps, you’ll be creating a vibrant, delicious Mango Cilantro Quinoa Summer Salad that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 8g