Red Quinoa and Avocado Salad

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup red quinoa
• 2/3 cup water
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup diced cucumber
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin seed
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups baby spinach leaves
• 1 avocado – peeled, pitted and sliced

Directions

Bring the quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender, and the water has been absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes. Spread into a mixing bowl, and refrigerate until cold.

Once the quinoa has chilled, gently stir in the tomatoes, cucumber, and onion. Season with lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper; stir to combine. Divide the spinach leaves onto salad plates, and top with the quinoa salad. Garnish with the avocado slices to serve.