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Zesty Mexican Quinoa Salad Recipe

25m total time

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this zesty and refreshing quinoa salad, featuring tender chicken, juicy tomatoes, sweet corn, creamy avocado, and crisp lettuce, all tossed in a tangy dressing.

Cost: $
mexican
casual
tacos
salad
chicken
quinoa
avocado

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup corn kernels
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
2 cups lettuce, shredded
1 ripe avocado, diced

Seasoning

1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder

Steps

Rinse the quinoa thoroughly and cook it according to package instructions.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, shredded chicken, corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and lettuce.
Gently fold in the diced avocado and drizzle with the tangy dressing, then toss until well combined.
Season with cumin, chili powder, paprika, and garlic powder, and mix until evenly distributed.
Serve immediately and enjoy the zesty Mexican flavors!

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