Tropical Quinoa Celebration with Coconut Lime Dressing
Tropical Quinoa Celebration with Coconut Lime Dressing is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is a combination of quinoa, tropical fruits, and a tangy coconut lime dressing that will leave your taste buds wanting more.
To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients per serving:
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/4 cup diced pineapple
- 1/4 cup diced mango
- 1/4 cup diced papaya
- 1/4 cup diced cucumber
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
To start, cook the quinoa according to package instructions and set aside to cool. In a large bowl, combine the diced pineapple, mango, papaya, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro. Add the cooled quinoa to the bowl and mix well.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to coat. Sprinkle the shredded coconut on top and serve chilled.
This dish is a perfect combination of sweet and tangy flavors with a refreshing crunch from the cucumber and red onion. The quinoa adds a nutty flavor and a satisfying texture. The coconut lime dressing ties all the flavors together and adds a tropical twist to the dish.
Tropical Quinoa Celebration with Coconut Lime Dressing is a vegan and gluten-free dish that is perfect for a light lunch or a side dish for dinner. It is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time for a quick and healthy meal.
Type of dish: Salad
Main ingredients: Quinoa, tropical fruits, coconut lime dressing