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Southwest Quinoa Salad

Fresh, zesty quinoa salad packed with veggies and protein.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American, Southwest
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 1 cup quinoa uncooked
  • 2 cups water or broth
  • 1 cup black beans drained
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 0.25 cup red onion chopped
  • 0.25 cup cilantro chopped
Dressing
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp smoked paprika

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Rinse quinoa thoroughly under cold water.
  2. Cook quinoa with water or broth for about 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
  3. Let quinoa sit covered 5 minutes, then fluff and cool.
  4. Combine quinoa, beans, corn, pepper, tomatoes, avocado, onion, and cilantro in a bowl.
  5. Whisk dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
  6. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently.
  7. Chill 20 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Notes

Add avocado just before serving for freshest texture.