Cold Chicken Quinoa Avocado Salad

This is a summer-favorite of my family. It has a great fresh flavor and is so easy for a weeknight meal. The avocado is a fun alternative to a mayo dressing. Serve alone, on top of lettuce, or in a whole wheat pita.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 311 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
• 2 avocados, peeled and mashed
• 2 tablespoons chopped scallions
• ½ cup red quinoa
• 1 pound cubed cooked chicken, chilled

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool quinoa to room temperature, about 30 minutes.

Step 2

Mix mashed avocado, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper together in a bowl until dressing is smooth.

Step 3

Combine quinoa, chicken, tomatoes, and scallions in a bowl; add avocado dressing and toss to coat.