Ingredients

  • Dressing
  • Finely grated zest and juice of 1 large lemon
  • 3 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • Quinoa Salad
  • 1 cup Red or White quinoa, rinsed well
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups cold water
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 2 ripe avocadoes, diced
  • 1 red or yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 2 scallions or red onions, sliced
  • 1/4 cup toasted sunflower seeds

Method

  • whisk or shake together dressing ingredients and set aside.
  • In a saucepan, combine quinoa, salt and cold water; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for about 15 minutes or until water is absorbed and quinoa is tender. Drain if necessary. Fluff with a fork and allow to cool.
  • Add remaining salad ingredients to quinoa and toss with dressing to coat. Can be served room temperature or cold. Can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 day.