Spring Citrus and Avocado Grain Bowl with Quinoa and Mixed Greens
A refreshing and nutritious grain bowl featuring quinoa, mixed greens, fresh citrus, and creamy avocado, perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients
Yields 4 servings
- (1 cup) quinoa
- (2 cups) water
- (4 cups) mixed greens (such as arugula, spinach, and kale)
- (2) medium avocados, diced
- (1) orange, segmented
- (1) grapefruit, segmented
- (1/4 cups) red onion, thinly sliced
- (1/4 cups) feta cheese, crumbled
- (1/4 cups) olive oil
- (2 tablespoons) lemon juice
- (1 teaspoon) honey
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Rinse 1 cup quinoa under cold water in a fine mesh strainer.
- 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Add Salt to taste.
- 3
Fluff the quinoa with a fork and allow it to cool to room temperature.
- 4
In a large bowl, combine 4 cups mixed greens, 2 medium avocados (diced), 1 orange (segmented), 1 grapefruit (segmented), and 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced).
- 5
In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon honey, and salt and pepper to taste to create the dressing.
- 6
Add the cooled quinoa to the large bowl with the mixed greens and citrus. Pour the dressing over the top and toss gently to combine.
- 7
Top the grain bowl with 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese before serving.
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