Amazing Avocado Green Goddess Quinoa
Amazing Avocado Green Goddess Quinoa is a delicious and nutritious dish made with quinoa, a grain-like seed that is packed with protein and fiber, mixed with a flavorful green goddess dressing made with avocado, herbs, and other fresh ingredients. It's a refreshing and satisfying meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups quinoa
- 4 cups vegetable stock or water
- 1 medium avocado ripe, cut in half, seed discarded.
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup fresh basil optional
- 4 Green Onions green part only (optional)
- 1 lemon juiced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 medium red onion finely diced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 oz. feta cheese crumbled
- Sea salt
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add quinoa and vegetable stock to a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to simmer and cover pan with a lid.
- Cook, covered, 10 to 12 minutes. Turn off heat and let quinoa sit, covered for an additional 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, scoop avocado flesh and add to blender. Add Greek yogurt, parsley, basil, green onions, lemon juice, and honey. Blend until smooth and creamy. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Fluff quinoa with a fork and add to a serving bowl. Toss with the avocado green goddess dressing.
- Add red onion, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese. Stir lightly to combine.
- Can be served at room temp or chilled from the fridge. Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 411kcal (21%)Carbohydrates: 67g (22%)Protein: 18g (36%)Fat: 9g (14%)Saturated Fat: 3g (19%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 14mg (5%)Sodium: 1130mg (49%)Potassium: 804mg (23%)Fiber: 8g (33%)Sugar: 7g (8%)Vitamin A: 1774IU (35%)Vitamin C: 44mg (53%)Calcium: 175mg (18%)Iron: 5mg (28%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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