Quinoa Salad with Asparagus,...Quinoa Salad with Asparagus, Peas, Avocados & Lemon Basil Dressing

Quinoa Salad with Asparagus, Peas, Avocados & Lemon Basil Dressing might be a good recipe to expand your hor d'oeuvre repertoire. One serving contains 394 calories, 12g of protein, and 21g of fat. This gluten free, dairy free, lacto ovo vegetarian, and vegan recipe serves 4 and costs $2.21 per serving. Plenty of people made this recipe, and 13515 would say it hit the spot. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 35 minutes. A mixture of salt, basil, peas, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so delicious. It is brought to you by Two Peas and Their Pod. Overall, this recipe earns an outstanding spoonacular score of 100%. Similar recipes include Creamy Potato Salad with Cashew Dressing and Fresh Basil, Quinoa Salad With Avocado, Asparagus and Sun Dried Tomatoes, and Ham and Peas Farfalle In Creamy Lemon Parmesan Sauce.

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. 01

   In a small bowl or medium jar, combine the dressing ingredients.

2. 02

   Whisk to combine or shake with the jar lid on tight. Set aside.

3. 03

   Add water, quinoa, and salt to a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Boil for 5 minutes. Turn the heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until water is absorbed.

4. 04

   Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.

5. 05

   While the quinoa is cooking, cook the asparagus. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

6. 06

   Add the asparagus and fresh lemon juice. Cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the peas and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

7. 07

   In a large bowl, combine quinoa, asparagus, peas, and avocado.

8. 08

   Pour the dressing over the salad and stir until well coated. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in the fresh basil and serve.