WARM QUINOA SALAD

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Super-wholesome warm quinoa salad is jam-packed with nutrients. High in protein and iron.

Provided by Mac Rogers

Categories     Salad     Grains     Quinoa Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 ½ cups water
1 cup dry quinoa (such as Quinta®)
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can yellow corn kernels, drained and rinsed
½ cup finely chopped red bell pepper
½ cup finely chopped red onion
½ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, kosher salt, pepper, and cumin in a large serving bowl.
  • Bring water, quinoa, and kosher salt to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Place cooked quinoa into the serving bowl with dressing. Add black beans, corn, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro. Combine with a large spoon or wide spatula. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.5 calories, Carbohydrate 68.5 g, Fat 18 g, Fiber 13.3 g, Protein 15.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 1210.6 mg, Sugar 5 g

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