Description
A vibrant bowl filled with crunchy bell peppers, creamy avocado, and fluffy quinoa, drizzled with a zesty citrus dressing for a refreshing escape.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (red, yellow, green)
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup diced mango
- 1 cup diced avocado
- 1/2 cup chopped red cabbage
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a pot, combine the rinsed quinoa and water. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy and water is absorbed.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, bell peppers, cucumber, mango, avocado, and red cabbage.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, and chopped basil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the quinoa and veggies, tossing gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving for a refreshing meal.
Notes
Ensure quinoa is rinsed thoroughly to prevent a bitter taste. Serve warm or chilled for a versatile meal.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg