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5.0 from 3 votes

Quinoa and Avocado Chimichurri Salad

Crafted with ease and taste in mind, this recipe is a great choice.

Course: Salad , Condiments , Lunch , Others
Cuisine: American , Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • ½ teaspoons red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoons dried oregano
  • ¼ cup fruity flavored extra virgin olive oil
  • kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 avocados peeled, pitted, and sliced
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup roasted red bell pepper sliced
  • 2 cups quinoa cooked to package directions
  • ¼ cup crumbled Feta cheese

Instructions

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  1. Combine lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, salt, red pepper flakes, oregano, and black pepper in small bowl. Whisk in oil, then stir in cilantro and parsley.
  2. Add spinach, roasted red bell pepper, quinoa and avocado to a bowl and dress with chimichurri sauce. Garnish with feta cheese and serve with flaxseed crackers if desired.

Notes

  • adapted from Vegetarian Times
  • Vegetarian Times