Best Quinoa Salad Recipe

quinoa

🥗Healthier: farro

💰Cheaper: rice

Farro is more nutritious, while rice is often cheaper.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

Bring 2 cups of water and ¼ tsp salt to a boil.

Add quinoa and return to a boil.

Once water is boiling, turn the heat down to a simmer.

Simmer on low for 15 minutes.

After 15 minutes, turn off the heat, stir the quinoa, and return the lid to the pot.

Let the quinoa sit covered for 15 more minutes.

After 15 minutes, transfer cooked quinoa to a large bowl with a lid.

Place in the refrigerator to cool completely.

Add dressing ingredients to a small bowl.

Whisk to combine.

Set aside.

In a large bowl, add chopped vegetables and dill to the cooled quinoa. Stir until evenly combined.

Add dressing and stir to combine.

Chill for 30-60 minutes.

Taste and adjust salt to your liking.

Add chopped avocado on top.

Garnish with fresh dill.

Serve cold.

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