QUINOA AND BLACK BEAN SALAD

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I found this recipe in an old Weight Watchers folder, dated 1997. I don't think I knew what quinoa was in 1997, but recently we have enjoyed eating this high protein grain-type food. This salad is excellent; you would hardly know it's a Weight Watchers recipe, it tastes so good. 1 cup = 2 Points®. Only the beans and quinoa have...

Provided by Susan Feliciano

Categories     Salads

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 c dry quinoa
1 c water
4 tsp fresh lime juice, or more to taste
1/4 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp ground coriander
2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh cilantro
2 Tbsp minced scallions
15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
2 c seeded and diced fresh tomatoes
1 c diced red bell pepper
1 Tbsp minced fresh or canned green chilies
1-2 pinch salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Rinse the quinoa. Boil the water; add quinoa, cover, and simmer about 15 minutes, until all the water is absorbed. Uncover and cool for 15-20 minutes.
  • 2. Combine lime juice, cumin, coriander, cilantro, and scallions in a large bowl. Stir in beans, tomatoes, bell peppers, and chilies. Add the cooled quinoa, salt, and pepper to taste.
  • 3. May be served at room temperature, or chilled 2 hours if desired. Keep leftovers refrigerated.

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