Single-Serve Summer Quinoa Salad With Avocado & Mango

Beat the summer heat with this lip-smacking quinoa salad. Packed with fresh, seasonal ingredients such corn, avocado, mango and fresh cilantro, this vibrant dish is bursting with flavor. The bright lime vinaigrette perfectly complements the sweet and savory elements, making for an exciting and refreshing side. Portion this standout salad into 4-8 single-serve jars for lucky backyard guests.

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Single-Serve Summer Quinoa Salad With Avocado & Mango

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Servings 6

Calories 172 kcal

Author Kyra Williams

Ingredients

Salad

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/2 red bell pepper diced
• 1/2 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
• 1 mango diced
• 1 avocado diced
• 1/4 cup red onion diced
• 1/4 cup cilantro chopped

Dressing

• 2 Tbsp. lime juice
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/8 tsp. black pepper
• 1/4 tsp. paprika
• 1/4 tsp. oregano

Instructions

1. In fine mesh strainer, rinse quinoa thoroughly.
2. In sauce pan, bring 2 cups water with salt to boil; add quinoa, reduce to simmer, cover and cook about 15 minutes until water is absorbed. (Note: Cooked grain appears soft & translucent.)
3. Divide quinoa into 4-8 small serving jars or bowls.

4. In medium bowl, toss together red pepper, corn, mango, avocado, onion and cilantro. Drizzle on dressing and toss and stir to coat.

5. Top each jar or bowl of quinoa with veggie mixture. Serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

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Nutrition Facts

Single-Serve Summer Quinoa Salad With Avocado & Mango

Amount Per Serving

Calories 172 Calories from Fat 99

% Daily Value*

Fat 11g17%

Saturated Fat 2g10%

Polyunsaturated Fat 2g

Monounsaturated Fat 7g

Sodium 197mg8%

Potassium 340mg10%

Carbohydrates 19g6%

Fiber 4g16%

Sugar 7g8%

Protein 3g6%

Vitamin A 893IU18%

Vitamin C 31mg38%

Calcium 24mg2%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.