Innovative Skincare Clinical: Avocado-Cilantro Quinoa Salad

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup quinoa (rinsed)
• 1.5 cups water
• 1 medium avocado
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 tbsp lime (juice)
• 1 tsp lime zest(optional)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the quinoa, then add it to a pot with the water and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes until the quinoa is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

2. 2

   While the quinoa cooks, dice the avocado and chop the cilantro. In a bowl, mix lime juice (and optional zest), olive oil, and black pepper.

3. 3

   Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork and let it cool for 2 minutes so it stays fluffy. Fold in the avocado and cilantro, then drizzle with the lime-olive oil mixture and toss gently to combine.

4. 4

   Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm or at room temperature.