AVOCADO, POMEGRANATE, AND QUINOA SALAD

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This recipe is simple, refreshing, and easy to adapt to suit your specific tastes!

Provided by sep72fendr

Categories     Salad     Grains     Quinoa Salad Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ¾ cups water
1 cup quinoa
1 ½ avocados - peeled, pitted, and diced, or more to taste
½ large pomegranate, peeled and seeds separated, or more to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • 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, about 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Spread quinoa onto a baking sheet and cool to room temperature, at least 30 minutes.
  • Transfer quinoa to a large bowl and gently fold in avocado and pomegranate seeds. Drizzle olive oil over quinoa mixture and toss to coat; mix in cilantro and lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.6 calories, Carbohydrate 28.5 g, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 9.2 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

Beauty Brand
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This salad is not worth the effort. It's not very flavorful and the ingredients don't really go together.


Junaid Babu
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This salad is a bit bland. I had to add some extra salt and pepper to make it taste better.


Emma Felix
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This salad is amazing! The flavors and textures are perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Shehu Abubakar
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Bina Miles
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I especially love the combination of avocado and pomegranate.


HOGALALLA
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This salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are amazing and it's a really healthy and satisfying meal.


Umer Jani
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I'm not a huge fan of quinoa, but this salad changed my mind. The flavors and textures all came together perfectly. I especially loved the pop of sweetness from the pomegranate.


Kiberu Johnbaptist
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a healthy and delicious option for lunch or dinner.


Jess,dylan And Gemma Vlogz
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful! The avocado and pomegranate add a nice creaminess and sweetness, while the quinoa gives it a hearty texture. I will definitely be making this again!


Dennis Reese
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I love how versatile this salad is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste. I also like that it's a make-ahead salad, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


AnimeFan_0021
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Young Lion
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This salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are amazing and it's a really healthy and satisfying meal.


Don 40
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this salad. The dressing is also really good. I will definitely be making this again!


troy rei
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. I also added some chopped walnuts for extra crunch.


Rafay Rafay Rajput
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Easy to make and packed with flavor. I added some grilled chicken for extra protein and it was a hit with the whole family.


Calveen Ngoi
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This salad is gorgeous! The colors are so vibrant and inviting. And it tastes just as good as it looks. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the avocado and pomegranate add a nice creaminess and crunch.


eleftheriaa venierhh
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I'm not usually a fan of quinoa, but this salad converted me! The flavors and textures all came together perfectly. I especially loved the pop of sweetness from the pomegranate.


Dee Breaux
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This salad was a refreshing and delicious change from my usual lunch routine. The combination of avocado, pomegranate, and quinoa was perfect, and the dressing added a nice tang. I will definitely be making this again!