Quinoa And Cucumber Salad

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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