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Chunky Guacamole

Chunky Guacamole

This Chunky Guacamole is an easy recipe that will hands-down be the life of your next party! It’s naturally gluten-free, vegan and best of all it is a powerhouse superfood.

Make sure to pick the right avocados for this chunky guacamole recipe. They should be ripe but firm.

Avocados are one of the most delicious, richest, and satisfying foods. These wonderful gems, technically fruits, are packed with anti-aging, disease-fighting antioxidants and nearly 20 different vitamins and minerals.

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Chunky Guacamole

Super easy and always a crowd pleaser. You only need a few ingredients and it goes well with so many things!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 3 avocados (cut into about 1/2 inch cubes)
  • ¼ cup red onion (chopped)
  • 1 jalapeño (without seeds, chopped)
  • Juice of 2 small limes (or 1 large lime)
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, add avocados, jalapeño, red onion, lime juice, cilantro, salt, black pepper and mix until combined.
  • Try and add more salt and pepper, if desired. Enjoy!
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Shrimp Quinoa Bowls with Avocado Lime Dressing

Shrimp Quinoa Bowls with Avocado Lime Dressing

Healthy Shrimp Quinoa Bowls with Avocado Lime Dressing are loaded with flavor and texture. They make a light and fresh lunch or dinner!

Shrimp takes center stage in these healthy bowls.  They are wonderfully juicy and flavorful from garlic and seasonings. I love how quickly shrimp cook; but, you can easily substitute either chicken or eggs as well. You will also love how the bowl’s ingredients are completely customizable!

These Shrimp Quinoa Bowls are my go-to when I’m craving a healthy meal loaded with good for you ingredients and lean protein. Quinoa is a very hearty and nutritious grain that can be enjoyed warm or cold. It’s the perfect base for the fresh vegetables and shrimp.

Shrimp Quinoa Bowls with Avocado Lime Dressing

This Shrimp Quinoa Bowl with Avocado Lime Dressing meal comes together easily and I love to use it as a base for my meal prep. It is so good and packed with so much flavor!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course, Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups baby romaine lettuce or your favorite greens (roughly chopped)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • ½ large bell pepper (red, yellow, or orange) (chopped)
  • ¼ cup red onion (finely diced)
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)

FOR THE QUINOA:

  • ½ cup uncooked quinoa
  • 1 cup water (or vegetable stock)
  • Salt to taste

FOR THE SHRIMP:

  • ½ pound shrimp (shelled and deveined)
  • 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic (crushed)
  • ⅛ teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
  • ⅛ teaspoon paprika
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

FOR THE AVOCADO LIME DRESSING:

  • ½ avocado
  • 1 clove garlic (peeled and roughly chopped)
  • ½ fresh jalapeño (without seeds, roughly chopped)
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro (roughly chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ⅓ cup water

Instructions
 

  • Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  • To cook the shrimp: While the quinoa is cooking, in a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, garlic, oil, and seasonings. Heat a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, cook the shrimp in batches for about 2 minutes per side or until cooked through. Do not over-crowd the pan.
  • Dressing: Place all the Avocado Lime Dressing ingredients in a food processor. Process until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides a few times.
  • Divide lettuce into three large serving bowls. Top each bowl with 1/3 the quinoa. Add tomatoes, bell pepper, shrimp, red onion and cilantro. Drizzle with the Avocado Lime Dressing.
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Healthy Quinoa Bowls

Healthy Quinoa Bowls

These Healthy Quinoa Bowls are quick, easy to make and are topped with the most delicious cumin lime dressing. Perfect for a light vegetarian dinner, colorful side dish or a make-ahead lunch!

These easy Quinoa Bowls start with a base of fluffy quinoa and lettuce, then come alive with the addition of bright fresh veggies, protein-rich egg, creamy avocado and a tangy lime dressing.

I love it as an easy vegetarian meal all on its own, but it also makes a great healthy side dish to serve with grilled meat or seafood!

Healthy Quinoa Bowls

This Quinoa Bowl recipe is so satisfying! It’s the perfect healthy lunch option and, best of all, it’s easy to throw together.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups baby romaine lettuce or your favorite greens (roughly chopped)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • ½ large bell pepper (red, yellow, or orange) (chopped)
  • 1 avocado (sliced or chopped)
  • 3 peeled boiled eggs (soft or hard boiled)
  • ¼ cup red onion (finely diced)
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)

FOR THE QUINOA:

  • ½ cup uncooked red quinoa
  • 1 cup water (or vegetable stock)
  • Salt to taste

FOR THE DRESSING:

  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice (from about 2-3 limes)
  • 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ⅛ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ cup olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Cook red quinoa according to package instructions.
  • While the red quinoa cooks make the dressing by whisking the lime juice, honey, salt, cumin, and chili powder. Drizzle in the olive oil and whisk again until well combined.
  • Divide lettuce into three large serving bowls. Top each bowl with 1/3 the quinoa and dressing. Allow to sit for about 5 minutes for the quinoa and lettuce to absorb the dressing. Add tomatoes, bell pepper, avocado, and eggs. Top with the red onion and cilantro, then serve warm or at room temperature.
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