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Quinoa Cucumber Avocado Edamame Salad

Quinoa Cucumber Avocado Edamame Salad

This vibrant Quinoa Cucumber Avocado Edamame Salad is fresh, nutritious, and perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 1 cup edamame shelled
  • 1 medium cucumber diced
  • 1 medium avocado diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • medium pot
  • Large mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and cook according to package instructions.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, edamame, diced cucumber, diced avocado, chopped red onion, and chopped cilantro.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12g

Notes

For optimal freshness, add diced avocado just before serving. Feel free to customize with additional ingredients like feta cheese or different vegetables.

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