Quinoa Salad Stuffed Avocados

Quinoa Salad Stuffed Avocados

These stuffed avocados make a beautiful, delicious appetizer when hosting, and a better nutrition pit stop for you, any time of day. Adding quinoa adds a better protein boost, and when paired with creamy avocado the combo is a palate pleaser as well as a better energy provider thanks to better nutrient balance. Looking to improve your health? Discover our BNP Health Memberships for personalized nutrition and lifestyle support.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Side Dish

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 1 Avocado
  • 1/4 cup dry quinoa
  • 1/2 cup organic chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped spinach
  • 1 Tbsp water
  • 1 Tbsp dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp honey
  • 1/4 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder

Instructions
 

Directions

  • Cook the quinoa to package instructions and set aside. Dice the cilantro and spinach. Combine with mustard, lemon juice, honey, cumin, and garlic. Add one tablespoon of water to the dressing until it is homogenous. Add tomatoes and chickpeas to the quinoa.
  • Pour dressing over the quinoa mixture until it is evenly coated. Cut the avocado in half and remove pit. Top with even parts of quinoa salad.

Notes

Courtesy of Monica Auslander
Keyword avocados, quinoa, stuffed