Composed Salad

Ingredients

• ½ cup quinoa
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans
• 1 avocado
• 1 cucumber
• 1 tomato
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 cup tortilla chips
• 3 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the 0.5 cup quinoa in a fine mesh strainer. In a small pot, combine quinoa with 1 cup water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy, about 15 minutes.

2. 2

   While quinoa cooks, drain and rinse the can of black beans. Dice the avocado, cucumber, tomato, and red bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, whisk together the 3 tbsp olive oil with 1 tbsp lemon juice (or vinegar), salt, and pepper to make a simple dressing.

4. 4

   Once quinoa is done, let it cool slightly. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, diced vegetables, and avocado.

5. 5

   Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

6. 6

   Just before serving, crush the 1 cup tortilla chips slightly and sprinkle over the top for crunch. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

• Fine mesh strainer
• Small pot with lid
• Cutting board
• Chef's knife
• Large bowl
• Small bowl
• Whisk

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