Cold Chicken Quinoa Avocado Salad
It's the perfect side dish or main meal if.
Recipe Summary Cold Chicken Quinoa Avocado Salad
This is a summer-favorite of my family. It has a great fresh flavor and is so easy for a weeknight meal. The avocado is a fun alternative to a mayo dressing. Serve alone, on top of lettuce, or in a whole wheat pita.
Ingredients | Thai Quinoa Quinoa Salad Recipes1 cup water½ cup red quinoa2 avocados, peeled and mashed2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro1 tablespoon fresh lime juicesalt and ground black pepper to taste1 pound cubed cooked chicken, chilled2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped2 tablespoons chopped scallionsDirectionsBring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool quinoa to room temperature, about 30 minutes.Mix mashed avocado, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper together in a bowl until dressing is smooth.Combine quinoa, chicken, tomatoes, and scallions in a bowl; add avocado dressing and toss to coat.Info | Thai Quinoa Quinoa Salad Recipesprep:
15 mins
cook:
15 mins
additional:
30 mins
total:
1 hr
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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