This “Mango Avocado Quinoa Salad with Lime” is a fresh and nutritious dish, perfect for those who love the combination of tropical flavors and high nutrition. It is an ideal choice for light meals or as a side dish at parties.
Ingredients:
- Quinoa: 1 cup, cooked
- Mango: 1, diced
- Avocado: 1, diced
- Red Onion: 1/4 cup, finely chopped
- Red Bell Pepper: 1/2 cup, diced
- Fresh Cilantro: 1/4 cup, chopped
- Lime Juice: from 1-2 limes
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Salt and Pepper: to taste
Directions:
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked quinoa with diced mango, avocado, red onion, red bell pepper, and cilantro.
- In a separate small bowl, combine lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss well.
- Allow the salad to marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
This salad not only offers a fantastic flavor but also provides energy and nutrients from quinoa, vitamins from mango and avocado. It is an excellent choice for a light yet nutritious meal.
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