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Southwest Quinoa Salad

Hearty quinoa salad loaded with beans, corn, and peppers, finished with a tangy lime dressing and fresh avocado.
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Southwest Quinoa Salad
Total Time:25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth
  • 1 cup canned black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 avocado diced
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water (or broth). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, toss together black beans, tomatoes, corn, bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Add the cooled quinoa and dressing to the veggie mixture. Toss gently to combine.
  • Gently fold in diced avocado just before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Servings: 4