Toasted Quinoa and Avocado Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Toasted Quinoa and Avocado Tacos are a delicious and nutritious twist on traditional tacos. Packed with protein-rich quinoa and creamy avocado, they offer a satisfying meal option that is both healthy and flavorful.

This Tacos Recipe is simple to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings, making it perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends.

Healthy Quinoa and Avocado Tacos

This recipe features toasted quinoa combined with fresh avocado, served in soft tortillas. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people, making it an ideal choice for a quick and nutritious meal.

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cups vegetable broth or water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 ripe avocado, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Juice of 1 lime
8 small corn or flour tortillas
Optional toppings: sliced jalapeños, feta cheese, or hot sauce

Instructions

Toast the Quinoa: In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the rinsed quinoa and toast for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Cook the Quinoa: Add vegetable broth or water, cumin, and salt to the saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
Prepare the Avocado Mixture: In a bowl, combine diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. Gently mix to combine.
Warm the Tortillas: Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until warm and pliable.
Assemble the Tacos: Spoon the toasted quinoa into each tortilla, top with the avocado mixture, and add any optional toppings as desired.
Serve: Enjoy the tacos immediately while warm.