today we are taking a healthy turn with a little hippie salad. quinoa has been gaining popularity and is a very beneficial grain but can sometimes be a little boring. in this easy salad we've added tons of flavor and fresh summer vegetables to liven things up. we rarely call for store bought products in our recipes but this salad utilizes trader joe's roasted garlic hummus to create a quick "dressing" - feel free to make your own hummus if you're feeling adventurous! and throw in whatever summer veggies and herbs you happen to have on hand. enjoy!Quinoa & Carrot Salad
3/4 cup cooked quinoa
2 carrots, peeled and made into ribbons
2 medium heirloom tomatoes, cut into chunks
1 ripe avocado, pitted and cut into chunks
3 tbs roasted garlic hummus
3 tbs fresh basil, chopped
1 tbs olive oil
1 lime, juiced
salt & pepper to taste
in a medium bowl, combine all ingredients and stir well to coat evenly.
