Ingredients

• quinoa - 1 cup
• water - 2 cups
• mango - 1, diced
• pineapple - 1 cup, diced
• avocado - 1, diced
• red bell pepper - 1, diced
• red onion - ¼ cup, finely chopped
• cilantro - ¼ cup, chopped
• lime - 1, juiced
• olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• salt - to taste
• black pepper - to taste

Instructions

1. 1.

   Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.

2. 2.

   In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil and add the quinoa.

3. 3.

   Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed.

4. 4.

   Remove from heat and let it cool.

5. 5.

   In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, mango, pineapple, avocado, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.

6. 6.

   In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

7. 7.

   Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss gently to combine.

8. 8.

   Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for enhanced flavors.

Nutritional Facts