Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Greek Quinoa and Avocados

I'm sorry today's post is so late, but it was worth the wait.  This recipe is AMAZING. It's from Better Homes and Gardens.

Greek Quinoa and Avocados
Culinary Perfection!

1/2 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained
1 cup water
2 roma tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
1/2 cup shredded fresh spinach
1/3 cup finely chopped red onion (1 small)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
Spinach leaves
2 ripe avocados, halved, seeded, peeled, and sliced*
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 1-1/2 ounces)

1. In a saucepan combine quinoa and water. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, about 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
2. Place quinoa in a medium bowl. Add tomato, shredded spinach, and onion; stir to combine.
3. In a small bowl whisk together lemon juice, oil, and salt. Add to quinoa mixture, toss to coat.
4. Place spinach leaves on four salad plates. Arrange avocado slices on spinach leaves. Spoon quinoa mixture over avocado slices. Sprinkle with some of the feta cheese.

*Note: Brush avocado slices with additional lemon juice to prevent browning.

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