Cold Chicken Quinoa Avocado Salad

Description

This is a summer-favorite of my family. It has a great fresh flavor and is so easy for a weeknight meal. The avocado is a fun alternative to a mayo dressing. Serve alone, on top of lettuce, or in a whole wheat pita.

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• ½ cup red quinoa
• 2 avocados, peeled and mashed
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 pound cubed cooked chicken, chilled
• 2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped scallions

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 15 mins

Total Time: 1 hr

Servings: 6