Quinoa Salad With Avocado, Asparagus and Sun Dried Tomatoes

• asparagus1 cup
• avocado1
• garlic clove1
• honey0.5 teaspoon
• juice of lemon0.5
• olive oil2 tablespoons
• quinoa1 cup
• salt0.5 teaspoon
• herb seasoning1 teaspoon
• shallots2
• sun tomatoes0.5 cup

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse quinoa under cold running water for a minute or two to get rid of the bitter aftertaste.

2. 2

   Transfer to a pot or rice cooker, add 2 cups of water, salt, cover and bring to a boil.

3. 3

   Lower down the heat and cook 15 min or until water is absorbed.In another pot bring water to a boil, add asparagus and simmer 5-8 min or until soft.When ready cool down the quinoa and asparagus.

4. 4

   Meanwhile chop all the veggie ingredients.Prepare the dressing by simply mixing all of its ingredients (lemon juice, 2 tbs olive oil, 1 garlic clove, 1 tsp italian seasoning, 1/2 tsp honey, pinch of salt) in a bowl.In a bowl combine quinoa, avocado, asparagus, sun dried tomatoes and shallots.

5. 5

   Pour the dressing and mix until all is combined.