Quinoa Salad with Mango and Avocado

Today we will share a nutritious and refreshing recipe perfect for the summer: a quinoa salad with mango and avocado. This recipe is not only delicious but also packed with essential nutrients.

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
1 ripe avocado, peeled and diced
1 cucumber, peeled and diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 lemon (juice)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook the Quinoa: Rinse one cup of quinoa under cold water. Place in a pot with two cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes. Let it cool.
Prepare the Fresh Ingredients: Dice the mango, avocado, and cucumber into small cubes. Finely chop the red onion and cilantro.
Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooled quinoa with the mango, avocado, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.
Season the Salad: Squeeze the juice of one lemon and mix with two tablespoons of olive oil. Pour over the salad and mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Serve and Enjoy: Perfect as a light main dish or as a side. Ideal for picnics or at home.

Nutritional Benefits

Quinoa is an excellent source of complete proteins and fiber, mango provides vitamins A and C, avocado is rich in healthy fats, and cucumber offers hydration and freshness.