Summer Quinoa - Carolyns Absolutely Fabulous Events

Summer Quinoa - Carolyns Absolutely Fabulous Events

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Light and refreshing, Carolyn's Summer Quinoa combines quinoa, asparagus, avocado, and shrimp for a delicious lunch or main dish. Perfect for warm weather! ๐ŸŒž๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ‘‰lyfe

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups of white quinoa, well rinsed
  • 4 cups of water
  • asparagus, trimmed
  • frozen or fresh green peas or edamame
  • sugar snaps, cut into bite sized pieces
  • scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced
  • one beautifully ripe avocado, cut into small cubes
  • extra virgin olive oil
  • for the lemon dressing
  • 4 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 10 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • little fresh dijon mustard or mustard powder
  • some fresh mint, finely chopped
  • salt and pepper
  • to finish
  • fresh shrimp, optional

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