Description
A nutritious and vibrant quinoa and black bean salad, perfect for any meal with a blend of flavors and health benefits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup corn (frozen or fresh)
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- Combine the rinsed quinoa and water in a pot. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed.
- Fluff the quinoa with a fork and let it cool.
- Combine the black beans, diced red bell pepper, corn, and chopped cilantro in a large bowl.
- Add the cooled quinoa to the vegetable mixture.
- Drizzle lime juice over the salad and season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss everything together until well mixed.
Notes
Garnish with additional herbs or a sprinkle of feta cheese; pairs well with grilled chicken or fish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg