summer glow quinoa salad

Ingredients

• 1 cup grain of your choice I used half brown rice and half quinoa
• salt + pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup diced cucumber
• 1/2 avocado, diced

FOR THE DRESSING:

• 1/2 tsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp water
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/2 tsp minced garlic
• 1 drizzle of honey
• salt + pepper to taste

Instructions

• Cook the grains: Cook your grains of choice according to package directions. Season with the salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Adjust to taste. Add to a medium mixing bowl. 
• Make the dressing: Mix all dressing ingredients together in a small jar or tupperware container. Making sure the lid is tightly secured, shake it up until combined. Adjust seasoning to taste. 
• Assemble: Stir the dressing and the prepared veggies together with the grains. Enjoy!
• Store: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. 

FULL RECIPES

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