# Ingredient List:
→ Quinoa Base
01 - 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
02 - 2 cups water
03 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
→ Citrus & Avocado
04 - 1 large orange, peeled and segmented
05 - 1 large grapefruit, peeled and segmented
06 - 1 ripe avocado, diced
07 - ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
08 - ½ cup pomegranate seeds
→ Fresh Greens & Herbs
09 - 2 cups baby spinach or arugula
10 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
11 - ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped
→ Dressing
12 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
13 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
14 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
15 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
16 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
17 - ¼ teaspoon sea salt
# Steps:
01 - In a medium saucepan, bring quinoa, water, and sea salt to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and allow to cool slightly.
02 - Peel and segment the orange and grapefruit, removing all seeds and membranes.
03 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, black pepper, and sea salt until emulsified.
04 - In a large bowl, toss cooked quinoa with baby spinach or arugula, red onion, cilantro, and mint. Add half of the dressing and mix gently.
05 - Fold in citrus segments, diced avocado, and pomegranate seeds. Drizzle with remaining dressing as needed and toss lightly.
06 - Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.
