Southwest Quinoa Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa
1 lb sweet potato, peeled and diced
1 avocado, diced
1/2 cup red pepper, diced
1/4 cup shallot, minced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds, toasted

Preparation

Prepare quinoa according to Basics directions or directions on package. Refer to BASIC RECIPES at www.EatWellMealPlans.com.
Bring a pot of water to boiling. Add diced sweet potato and cook 12 minutes, until they are tender.
In a large bowl, combine quinoa, sweet potato, avocado, red pepper, shallot, and cilantro.
Whisk olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Pour dressing into quinoa mixture and toss to combine. Sprinkle with toasted pumpkin seeds.