Recipe Highlight – Protein-Powered Quinoa Salad with Avocado

A vibrant, nutrient-packed salad that fuels your body and satisfies your taste buds! Perfect for post-workout recovery, meal prep, or a refreshing lunch.

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Ingredients

12 cups water
1 1/2 cups quinoa, rinsed
5 pickling cucumbers, peeled, ends trimmed, and cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 small red onion, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 large tomato, cored, seeded, and diced
1 bunch Italian parsley leaves, chopped
2 bunches mint leaves, chopped
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 lemon, juiced
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 heads endive, trimmed and separated into individual spears*

1 avocado, peeled, seeded and diced, for garnish

Instructions

1. Bring the water to a boil in a large saucepan
2. Add the quinoa and return to a boil
3. Cook uncovered, over medium heat for 12 minutes
4. Strain and rinse well with cold water.
5. When dry, transfer the quinoa to a large bowl
6. Add the cucumbers, onion, tomato, parsley, mint, olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper and toss well
7. Spoon onto endive spears*, top with avocado, and serve

*Optional

Why We Love It:
✔ High-protein (quinoa + avocado = muscle fuel!)
✔ Healthy fats for energy & recovery
✔ Gluten-free & vegan-friendly (skip feta for fully plant-based)

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Variations to Try:
• Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein.

• Spice it up with jalapeños or chili flakes.

• Swap quinoa for brown rice or couscous.

(P.S. Pair this with CFE Fitness’s small-group training for max results!) 😉

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