Stuffed California Avocado Quinoa Salad

Serves: 12

Ingredients

12 Fresh California Avocado*, peeled and seeded
1 1/2 cups cooked organic red quinoa
4 1/2 cups cooked beans (Pinquito or similar)
4 1/2 cups Diced red bell pepper
3 cups white corn kernels cut from cob
3 cups diced red onion
2 1/4 cups diced grilled zucchini
2/5 cup chopped cilantro
As needed Vinaigrette (recipe follows)
24 radicchio leaves for garnish
3 tomato, diced, for garnish
2/5 cup chopped chives for garnish

Vinaigrette (Yield: 2 1/4 cups)

3/4 cup red wine vinegar
3/4 cup canola/olive oil blend
1/2 cup lime juice
2 Tbsp. ground cumin
1 Tbsp. minced garlic
2 1/4 tsp. salt
2 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper

*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Peak California Avocado season generally is spring-summer. Look for California on the label to ensure you are selecting fresh avocados grown close to home. For more recipes visit CaliforniaAvocado.com/recipes.