Red Quinoa, Avocado, and Chickpea Salad - Jazzy Vegetarian - Vegan and Delicious!

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup red or tri-color quinoa, thoroughly rinsed and drained
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided, plus more as needed
• 4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, divided
• 1 small red onion, diced
• 1 large clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 cup sweet red pepper, diced
• 2 medium avocados