Black Bean Quinoa Salad

Deliciously simple, full of fresh veggies all tossed in a zesty lime dressing, this is the perfect easy lunch or dinner.

⏱️ 30 min 🔪 Prep: 30 min 📊 Medium ⭐ 4.9 (42) 👁️ 23 views
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Black Bean Quinoa SaladFoto: Spend With Pennies

Ingredients

8 servings
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water ( or broth)
  • 2 Roma tomatoes (diced)
  • 1 avocado (diced)
  • 15 ounces canned black beans (1 can, rinsed and drained)
  • 12 ounces corn kernels (1 can, drained)
  • 1 red bell pepper (diced)
  • ¼ cup green onion (diced)
  • 1 jalapeño (seeded and diced)
  • ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 ½ tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Steps

  1. Cook quinoa according to package directions and allow to cool.

  2. Combine quinoa, tomatoes, avocado, black beans, corn, bell pepper, green onion, jalapeno and cilantro in a large bowl.

  3. In a small bowl, combine all dressing ingredients and mix well. Pour over quinoa salad and toss to coat.

  4. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Macronutrients

Calories206
Protein4g
Carbs22g
Fat11g
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Source: Spend With Pennies

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