Mix Six Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Vegetables
Herbs and Seasoning
Method
Cooking Quinoa
- 1
Rinse Quinoa
Place 1 cup of quinoa in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold running water for about 2 minutes to remove any bitterness.
- 2
Cook Quinoa
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed. Once done, remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes.
- 3
Fluff Quinoa
After resting, fluff the quinoa with a fork and set aside to cool.
Prepare Vegetables
- 4
Chop Vegetables
While the quinoa is cooking, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and avocado into bite-sized pieces.
- 5
Combine Vegetables
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and avocado.
Mixing and Dressing
- 6
Make Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 7
Add Quinoa and Dressing
Add the cooled quinoa to the mixing bowl with the vegetables. Pour the dressing over the quinoa and vegetables.
- 8
Add Fresh Herbs
Chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the mixture. Gently toss everything together until well combined.