Avocado and Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

This refreshing Avocado and Quinoa Salad combines creamy avocado with nutty quinoa, vibrant cherry tomatoes, and crisp cucumber, all drizzled with a zesty lemon vinaigrette. It's a perfect balance of flavors and textures, offering a satisfying and nutritious dish that's both filling and light. Ideal for a healthy lunch or as a side dish, this recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and packed with protein and fiber.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1 ripe avocado, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create the vinaigrette.
3. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients.
4. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.