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Quinoa Salad with Black Beans and Avocado

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Wheat-free, gluten-free, high in protein and low in calories (in other words, incredibly healthy), quinoa is often called a ‘SUPER food'. Combined with just the right ingredients, you have yourself a SUPER (“Healthy You” approved) recipe. Another benefit? This delicious meal is made in almost no time. Enjoy and please tell me what you think by commenting below!

Quinoa Salad with Black Beans and Avocado
Servings
4
Servings
4
Quinoa Salad with Black Beans and Avocado
Servings
4
Servings
4
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the quinoa and water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed. Set aside, covered, to steam for 5 minutes. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and transfer to a bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until chilled.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the corn, avocado, tomatoes, and black beans to the quinoa and stir to combine. Add the lime dressing and stir gently. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
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Tofu and Vegetable Quinoa over Spinach

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Vegetarian option? Check. Healthy You!-approved? Check. This tofu and vegetable quinoa over spinach is healthy and hearty. With all the protein in this recipe, you will not miss the meat!

Tofu and Vegetable Quinoa (over spinach)
Servings
4
Servings
4
Tofu and Vegetable Quinoa (over spinach)
Servings
4
Servings
4
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. Cook quinoa according to package directions.
  2. Fill a steamer pan or pot with an inch of water. Place tofu in steamer basket and steam for ten minutes, or until tofu is cooked through.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of one fresh lemon, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper and set aside.
  4. In a medium to large bowl, combine hot quinoa and tofu with tomatoes, bell pepper and scallions. Pour in 3/4 of the dressing mixture and stir lightly.
  5. Scoop over spinach or other mixed green. Drizzle remaining dressing over spinach leaves and enjoy!
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Raisin and Walnut Quinoa

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This warm raisin and walnut quinoa recipe is fresh, flavorful and versatile. Eat it as a side dish, with your favorite fish or over mixed greens.

If you find other great pairings with this recipe, please share with me below!

Raisin and Walnut Quinoa
Servings
4
Servings
4
Raisin and Walnut Quinoa
Servings
4
Servings
4
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. Cook quinoa according to package directions.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon, salt and pepper.
  3. Add raisins, walnuts and cilantro to hot quinoa.
  4. Pour in olive oil mixture and stir lightly.
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Cranberry Quinoa Salad

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Quinoa is gaining in popularity and for good reason! Quinoa is a healthy wheat alternative and can be made in a variety of ways. I love pairing quinoa with a slightly sweet fruit. Try this delicious Cranberry and Quinoa Salad – the taste will leave you with a feeling of a both spring and fall!

Quinoa, Cranberry and Almond Salad
Servings
4
Servings
4
Quinoa, Cranberry and Almond Salad
Servings
4
Servings
4
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the quinoa and water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed. Set aside, covered, to steam for 5 minutes. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and transfer to a bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until chilled.
  2. Add the cranberries, almonds, parsley, and scallions to the quinoa and toss to mix.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon, or lime juice, oil, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss well to combine. The salad can be stored in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.
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