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Avocado Quinoa Salad With Blood Orange
[Vegan]

AS By: Aysegul Sanford

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Ingredients You Need for Avocado Quinoa Salad With Blood Orange [Vegan]

1/3 cup sliced almonds
1 large shallot, sliced thinly
3 blood oranges, peeled and sliced
2 ripe avocados, pitted and cut into small chunks
2 cups cooked tricolored or white quinoa
1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced
1/3 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped
1/4 cup pitted green olives, sliced

For the Dressing:

1 tablespoon blood orange zest
3 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoons of paprika
3/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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How to Prepare Avocado Quinoa Salad With Blood Orange [Vegan]

To Prep the Salad:

Place sliced almonds in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Toast them, stirring frequently, until they are lightly golden brown. This happens pretty quickly so keep a close eye on it. Transfer to a plate and let it cool.
Place the shallot in a bowl filled with ice water and let stand while you are getting the other things ready.

To Make the Dressing:

Whisk together the zest, vegan mayonnaise, vinegar, garlic, oil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Set aside.

To Assemble:

Drain the shallot. Place shallot slices, sliced oranges, avocados, cooked quinoa, fennel slices, parsley, and olives in a bowl. Drizzle the dressing over. Give it a gentle toss.
Serve immediately.

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