AVOCADO TOMATO SALAD WITH QUINOA

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A fresh, light, and healthy salad, delicious to eat and pretty to look at! You can add your favorite salad veggies and create your own twist. This has become my favorite way to eat quinoa. Adjust ingredients as desired to suit your taste.

Provided by Marlene Lewis

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

Salad:
3 medium tomatoes, chopped
2 medium avocados, chopped
3 stalks celery, diced
4 stalks green onions, diced
¼ cup cooked quinoa, or more to taste
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, or more to taste
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon agave syrup
½ teaspoon soy sauce
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine tomatoes, avocados, celery, green onions, cooked quinoa, and cilantro for salad in a bowl.
  • Mix lemon juice, agave, soy sauce, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Pour over salad and toss to coat.
  • Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours. After that the avocados get a bit mushy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 76.6 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

Alice Bampo
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I love the combination of avocado and tomato in this salad. The quinoa adds a nice nutty flavor and the dressing is light and refreshing.


Ahmad Zulafqar
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a great make-ahead salad, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


zandy khumalo
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I've made this salad several times now, and I always get compliments on it. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket for when you need a quick and easy side dish.


Moiz Moiz
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This salad is perfect for summer! It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing.


Oluebube John
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I love the colors in this salad! It's so bright and cheerful.


Samar Khalalfall
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber.


NH TV88
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I'm not a huge fan of avocado, but I loved this salad! The tomato and quinoa balance out the avocado flavor perfectly.


Shair Khan
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that it's healthy and delicious.


lisalee jackson
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was amazing! It's a great way to get a healthy and filling meal on the table quickly.


Danny Silomba
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a great make-ahead salad, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


Ben Thompson
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I love this salad! It's so fresh and flavorful. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Rifaz Islam
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This salad was delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a hit. The avocado and tomato are a great combination, and the quinoa adds a nice nutty flavor. I will definitely be making this again.