Quinoa & Avocado Salad With Edamame & Cherry Tomatoes

"A light and refreshing salad that combines gut-nourishing fibre with protein and healthy fats to provide a slow and steady energy release. Avocado provides monounsaturated fats and vitamin E to nourish the skin, support hormones and keep energy stable. Quinoa, edamame, tomatoes and avocado are all gut-loving ingredients that help promote regularity and improve the microbiome. A sprinkle of mint, a squeeze of lime and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil lift the flavour while adding antioxidants and polyphenols for anti-inflammatory, immunity support," says nutritional therapist Alexa Mullane.

Serves 215 mins
Quinoa & Avocado Salad With Edamame & Cherry Tomatoes

Ingredients

  • 100g quinoa
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 150g shelled edamame (fresh or frozen, cooked)
  • 100g cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper

Method

  1. Rinse quinoa thoroughly under cold water. Add to a saucepan with double the amount of water (200ml), bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 12–15 minutes until the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and allow to cool slightly.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, avocado, edamame, cherry tomatoes, and chopped mint.
  3. Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil, season well, and toss gently to combine. ‍

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