Zesty Quinoa Salad

Today I would like to share my Zesty Quinoa Salad recipe. This hearty salad is refreshing and simple to prepare. Cooking quinoa ahead of time makes preparing this salad a breeze!

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INGREDIENTS:

1 cup pre-cooked quinoa

1/2 cup chopped spinach

1/2 cup diced cucumber

1/2 cup chopped tomatoes

1/4 cup diced bell pepper

1 tablespoon each- chopped fresh cilantro and parsley

Juice of 1/2 lemon (more to taste, if desired)

Salt and Pepper to taste

Avocado (optional)

DIRECTIONS:

1. Chop all vegetables and herbs.

2. Place cooked quinoa in a large bowl.

3. Add vegetables, herbs, lemon juice to quinoa. Mix until well combined. And salt and pepper taste.

4. Serve salad cold. If desired, top salad with avocado for a creamy component. Enjoy!!

Eat Well, Live Well.