mango avocado and quinoa salad

A nutritious and delicious recipe for mango, avocado and quinoa salad Here's how to make it:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water or vegetable broth
• 1 ripe mango, diced
• 1 ripe avocado, diced
• 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Juice of 1 lime
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. 1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain well.
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3. 2. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let it cool to room temperature.

1. 3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced mango, diced avocado, diced cucumber, chopped red onion, and chopped cilantro.
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3. 4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper.
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5. 5. Pour the dressing over the quinoa salad and toss gently to combine, making sure everything is evenly coated.
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7. 6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
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9. 7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

**This mango, avocado and quinoa salad is not only healthy, but full of vitamins, minerals and fresh flavours, too.**