Rainbow Quinoa Salad with Mango and Avocado
Tips for Experienced Cooks
Experiment with additional ingredients or flavor profiles. For instance, adding a touch of chili powder or paprika to the dressing can give the salad a slight kick, while incorporating nuts like toasted pine nuts or sliced almonds can add crunchy texture. Consider garnishing with additional herbs like mint for a fresh twist or including protein such as grilled chicken or shrimp for a hearty meal.
Step 1: Combine the quinoa salad ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, mango, avocado, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
- 2 cups cooked quinoa
- 1 mango (diced)
- 1 avocado (diced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 red onion (diced)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
Step 2: Prepare the dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, cumin, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Step 3: Combine the salad and dressing
Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss gently to coat evenly. Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 4: Serve the salad
Serve the rainbow quinoa salad as a main dish or side dish. Enjoy!
Fresh Produce & Herbs
- 1 whole mango
- 1 whole avocado
- 1 whole red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup red onion
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
Pantry Items
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
Seasonings & Spices
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 whole salt
- 1 whole pepper