Quinoa & Veggie Bowls

Ingredients

• •1 cup quinoa
• •2 cups water or vegetable broth
• •1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• •1 cup cucumber, diced
• •1 bell pepper, diced
• •1 cup corn (frozen or fresh)
• •1 avocado, diced
• •1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• •1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• •2 tbsp olive oil
• •1 tbsp lemon juice
• •Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the quinoa under cold water in a fine mesh strainer.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 15 minutes, or until quinoa is fluffy and all the liquid is absorbed.

4. 4

   While the quinoa cooks, prepare the veggies. In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, corn, avocado, red onion, and parsley.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create a dressing.

6. 6

   Once the quinoa is done, fluff it with a fork and let it cool slightly. Then, add it to the bowl with the veggies and mix well.

7. 7

   Drizzle the dressing over the quinoa and veggie mixture, tossing to combine. Serve in individual bowls and enjoy!