Spring Carrot, Radish, and Quinoa Salad with Herbed Avocado
The earthy tastes of quinoa, carrots, and radishes come together in this fresh spring salad with the creamy richness of herbed avocado. The tangy lemon dressing brings all the flavors of the salad together to make a tasty and healthy dish. Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa 2 cups water 2 large carrots, thinly sliced 1 bunch radishes, thinly sliced 2 ripe avocados, diced 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped Juice of 2 lemons 3 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil Add the quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the water is absorbed Remove the quinoa from heat, fluff it with a fork, and let it cool to room temperature In a large bowl,