Quinoa Salad with Avocado and Black Beans

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the quinoa under cold water.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.

3. 3

   Remove the quinoa from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let it cool to room temperature.

4. 4

   While the quinoa is cooling, prepare the other ingredients. Dice the avocado, halve the cherry tomatoes, finely chop the red onion, and chop the cilantro.

5. 5

   In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.

6. 6

   In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of 1 lime, 2 tablespoons of olive oil,

7. 7

   5 teaspoon of salt, and

8. 8

   25 teaspoon of black pepper.

9. 9

   Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.

10. 10

    Gently fold in the diced avocado.

11. 11

    Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld.