black quinoa. with avocado & summer squash.

As many of us know now, quinoa is a super grain. Here I just combined it with some summer flavors & veggies for a lunch-break while spending sometime here at Fresh Air Dogs. Healthy, happy & fulfilling. Sounds good to me! 

This would be a great side to bring to a weekend BBQ, or to serve next to grilled fish. 

black quinoa with avocado & summer squash. 

serves 4 as a side dish

for the salad:

1 cup black quinoa

1 cup summer squash, diced & sauteed in a little olive oil for about 6-8 minutes

1/2 cup red onion, diced

1 avocado, diced

1. Bring 2 cups of salted water to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce to a simmer & let cook for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
2. Add to the rest of the ingredients in a large bowl. 

for the dressing:

1/4 cup olive oil

juice of 1 lime

1 TBL dried cilantro

sea salt & cracked pepper

1. Add ingredients together & whisk; pour over the quinoa & combine. Enjoy room temperature.

happy eatings & cheers!