Spicy Quinoa and Avocado Fusion Salad

Name: Spicy Quinoa and Avocado Fusion Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa; 1 medium cucumber; 1 cup cherry tomatoes; 1/4 cup red onion; 1 medium bell pepper (any color); 2 medium avocado; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp canola oil; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp cumin; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Prep: 10 mins

Cook: 15 mins

Serves: 4

250 kcal

6g P 30g C 14g F 7g Fi

Fusion Salad 🩺 Diabetic

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa
1 medium cucumber
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup red onion
1 medium bell pepper (any color)
2 medium avocado
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp canola oil
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Accompaniment

Description

This vibrant and flavorful Spicy Quinoa and Avocado Fusion Salad combines wholesome ingredients, offering a delicious burst of flavors while being diabetic-friendly. It's the perfect way to add a refreshing twist to your complex routine-nutrient-dense yet simple to prepare, as we embrace a healthier fusion cuisine together!

Method

1
Cook quinoa according to package instructions (about 15 minutes). Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool.
2
In a large bowl, combine chopped cucumbers, diced tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, and diced bell pepper.
3
Once the quinoa has cooled, add it along with diced avocado to the vegetable mixture.
4
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, canola oil, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper for the dressing.
5
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, being careful not to mash the avocado.
6
Chill for at least 15 minutes to meld the flavors before serving.