Lunch: Quinoa Guacamole Salad

Everyone's favorite dip combines with healthy whole grains in this quick and easy recipe for Quinoa Guacamole Salad.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Avocados

Health and fertility benefits of Quinoa Guacamole Salad

Avocados are anti-inflammatory in nature, as they contain omega-3 fatty acids which have been proven to reduce inflammation within the body. Those seeking to sop up more oil-based nutrients will want eat avocado, as they help with their absorption. Vitamins A, D, E, and K all fall into this category, and with each also playing a role in reducing inflammation, ensuring that they get absorbed into your body efficiently will aid you in repairing the damage done by the excess insulin that flows through your veins.

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked quinoa
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tablespoons chopped cilantro
2 teaspoons freshly grated lime zest
3 Tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3 Tablespoons olive oil
2 avocados
2 tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped white onion

Instructions

Rinse the quinoa in a fine mesh sieve until the water runs clear.
Add the quinoa, plus 4 cups water, to a medium saucepan. Bring the quinoa to a boil then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 25 minutes (uncovered), or until the germ ring is visible (indicating the quinoa is cooked). Transfer the quinoa to a large bowl to cool.
Whisk together the garlic, cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, salt, pepper and olive oil in a small bowl. Set aside.
Dice the avocados and tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. (See Kelly's Notes.)
Add the diced avocado, tomatoes and onions to the quninoa. Drizzle with dressing and fold to thoroughly combine.
Serve salad at room temperature or refrigerate and serve cold.

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