Grilled Corn and Avocado Lime Quinoa Salad
Quinoa is actually a seed, not a grain, and it is a complete protein source.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.
Grilled Corn and Avocado Lime Quinoa Salad
Ingredients
Instructions
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Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
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Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill corn until charred, about 10 minutes. Let cool and cut kernels off the cob.
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Dice avocado, red bell pepper, and red onion. Chop cilantro.
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In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, grilled corn, diced avocado, diced red bell pepper, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
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In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
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Pour dressing over the quinoa salad and toss to combine.
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Let the salad rest for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 46g16%
- Sugars 5g
- Protein 9g18%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
