Quinoa Salad with Black Beans, Corn, Roasted Red Pepper, Tomatoes, Scallions, Cilantro and Lime!
We love quinoa!
It is a great alternative to pasta in that it delivers the same creamy, chewy, texture but is high in protien. A complete protien, as a matter of fact.
Aside from it’s nutrtious profile it is delicious and versatile.
We love this salad!
It is a power packed meal that delivers flavor and energy for very little expense.
Get creative and use your favorite fresh ingredients to create your own quinoa delights!
I used lots of lime in this dish. It compliments the cilantro and brightens the tomatoes.
Ingredients
1 cup quinoa and 2 cups water
5 scallions
2 medium tomatoes
1/2 roasted red pepper
1 cup black beans ( canned are fine )
1 cup corn
1/2 cup of finely chopped cilantro
2 Tbspn olive oil
1-2 limes
Method
Boil the quinoa. 10-15 minutes
Set aside and chop all the veggies
combine and add salt and pepper to taste.
Sqeeze lots of lime on the salad!
I mix the fresh veggies in when the quinoa is still a bit warm; it seems to bring all the flavors to their peak yet not cook them at all.
There is always room for more lime!
Garnish with avocado for an even richer flavor!
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