Quinoa and avocado salad
Description
Minimum effort — excellent result. This is a great salad, nutritionally comparable to a protein-rich one. Quinoa is a valuable product and a rich source of protein, and combined with greens, avocado, and cherry tomatoes, this salad becomes absolutely delicious. It's a perfect choice for fasting periods and for those watching their figure. Can be served immediately.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Only healthy ingredients are needed for this salad. Quinoa should be cooked in advance, as the grain needs to be cooled before mixing with the other ingredients.
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Step 2
2. Add quinoa to boiling salted water, cook until done according to package instructions.
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Step 3
3. Slice the avocado and cherry tomatoes while the quinoa is cooking. Tear the salad mix or arugula into pieces (if using just one type of greens). Once the quinoa has cooled, mix the grain together with the chopped vegetables.
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Step 4
4. Prepare the sauce: mix mustard, honey, and soy sauce. Whisk with a whisk until a smooth mixture forms.
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Step 5
5. Dress the salad, then place the salad mix (un-chopped) on top.
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Step 6
6. If desired, the quinoa and avocado salad can be garnished with sesame seeds. In addition to enhancing its appearance, they will add an interesting flavor to the salad.