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Avocado Strawberry Quinoa Salad

A fresh, nutrient-packed salad combining creamy avocado, sweet strawberries, and protein-rich quinoa with a light citrus dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Salad
  • 1 cup quinoa uncooked
  • 2 cups water
  • 1.5 cups strawberries sliced
  • 2 avocados diced
  • 2 cups spinach
  • 0.25 cup red onion chopped
  • 0.25 cup fresh mint chopped
Dressing
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Rinse quinoa and cook with water until fluffy, then cool completely.
  2. Prepare strawberries, avocado, greens, onion, and herbs.
  3. Whisk dressing ingredients together until smooth.
  4. Combine quinoa with all salad ingredients in a bowl.
  5. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently.
  6. Serve immediately or chill before serving.

Notes

Add avocado just before serving to prevent browning. Adjust sweetness and acidity to taste.