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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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A vegetarian grain salad with high protein quinoa Ingredients:
1 cup quinoa |
1 lb sweet potato, peeled and diced |
1 avocado, diced |
1/2 cup red pepper, diced |
1/4 cup shallot, minced |
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped |
3 tablespoons olive oil |
2 tablespoons lime juice |
1/2 teaspoon chili powder |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds, toasted |
Directions:
1. Prepare quinoa according to Basics directions or directions on package. Refer to BASIC RECIPES .
2. Bring a pot of water to boiling. Add diced sweet potato and cook 12 minutes, until they are tender.
3. In a large bowl, combine quinoa, sweet potato, avocado, red pepper, shallot, and cilantro.
4. Whisk olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Pour dressing into quinoa mixture and toss to combine. Sprinkle with toasted pumpkin seeds.
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