Tropical Quinoa Fruit Bowl (Printable)

A fresh mix of quinoa, juicy mango, pineapple, veggies, and a tangy lime dressing—light and full of vibrant flavor.

# Components:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
02 - 2 cups water

→ Fruits

03 - 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
04 - 1 cup pineapple, diced
05 - 1 avocado, diced

→ Vegetables

06 - 1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped
07 - 1 small cucumber, diced
08 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

→ Herbs & Garnishes

09 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
10 - 2 tablespoons toasted coconut flakes (optional)

→ Dressing

11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
12 - Juice of 2 limes
13 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
15 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
16 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

# Method:

01 - Combine rinsed quinoa and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until water is fully absorbed. Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, and allow to cool.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, maple syrup (or honey), salt, black pepper, and chili flakes (if using).
03 - In a large bowl, combine the cooled quinoa with diced mango, pineapple, avocado, chopped bell pepper, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, and fresh cilantro.
04 - Pour the prepared dressing over the assembled ingredients and gently toss to ensure everything is evenly coated.
05 - Optionally, top the bowl with toasted coconut flakes.
06 - Serve immediately, or chill for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish
  • Packed with nutrient dense ingredients and vibrant colors
  • Completely customizable to your taste preferences
  • Naturally gluten free and vegan friendly
02 -
  • Excellent source of complete plant protein from quinoa
  • Perfect make ahead lunch option
  • Naturally balances sweet tropical flavors with savory elements
03 -
  • Toast your quinoa in a dry pan for 2 minutes before cooking to enhance its nutty flavor. I discovered this trick accidentally while rushing through meal prep, and now I never skip this step. The toasting process adds incredible depth that perfectly complements the sweet tropical fruits in this bowl.

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