Serves 6-8
Prep time: Approximately 30 minutes
Zest and juice of 1 lime
3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
4 cups quinoa, cooked
2 cups green grapes, halved
1½ cups diced cucumbers
½ cup fresh mint, roughly chopped
½ cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped
4 scallions, white and light green parts, sliced
1 avocado, diced
Salt and pepper to taste
In a large bowl, mix together the lime zest, lime juice, and olive oil. To the same bowl add the quinoa, grapes, cucumbers, mint, parsley, scallions and avocados. Season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve chilled.
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