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Quinoa Asparagus Salad

Quinoa Asparagus Salad

Easy Quinoa Asparagus Salad recipe. This quick and simple vegan and gluten free side dish is made creamy with avocado.
5 from 10 votes
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: gluten free, Vegetarian
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

Dressing

  • 3 Tbsp olive oil
  • 3 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • salt and pepper to taste

Salad

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1 bunch asparagus cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 medium avocado, peeled, cored and chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, mix together the dressing ingredients. Set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, bring the water, quinoa and salt to a boil. Boil for around 5 minutes. Turn heat to low and allow to simmer for around 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add in the asparagus and lemon juice. Cook until tender, around 5 minutes. Mix in the peas and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the quinoa, asparagus and avocado. Pour dressing on top and mix until fully coated. Season with salt and pepper.