Quinoa and black bean salad with avocado dressing

 Ingredients:

For the salad:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 small red bell pepper, diced
• 1 small cucumber, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the avocado dressing:

• 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
• 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness. In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the quinoa and reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro. Mix well.
3. In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
4. Pour the avocado dressing over the quinoa and black bean mixture. Toss gently until everything is well coated with the dressing.
5. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
6. Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
7. Serve the quinoa and black bean salad chilled. You can garnish with additional cilantro if desired.

Enjoy your delicious and healthy Quinoa and Black Bean Salad with Avocado Dressing!

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