Quinoa And Cucumber Salad is a great lunch recipe or side for dinner.
This fresh quinoa salad is easy to make and packed with nutrient-dense veggies. It’s tossed in a creamy, avocado-based dressing, it will leave you feeling full and energized throughout the day.
Ingredients for Quinoa And Cucumber Salad:
Serves: 4 – 6
For the dressing:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
- Juice of one lime
- Salt and fresh cracked pepper, to taste
- 3/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cups cucumber, spiralized or julienned
- 2 cups chopped tomatoes
- 2 large avocados, diced
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 2 cups cooked quinoa
- 1 handful chopped parsley (or cilantro)
Directions:
The salad: In a large bowl combine cucumber, tomato, avocado, onion, quinoa and parsley.
The dressing: In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, vinegar, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Pulse until smooth and creamy. Add in olive oil progressively until just combined. Transfer to a jar and drizzle over the salad before serving.
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