Cucumber and Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

This refreshing cucumber salad is paired with protein-packed quinoa and drizzled with a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for a light main dish that’s both nutritious and satisfying.

Main Dish
easy 15 min 300 cal
Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumber, cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and chopped parsley. 2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create the vinaigrette. 3. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine. 4. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. 5. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Ingredients

1 medium cucumber, diced 1/2 cup cooked quinoa 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/4 avocado, diced 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice Salt and pepper to taste

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