Quinoa and Black Bean Salad

Quinoa is combined in this recipe with black beans, savory vegetables, and spices for a cold salad that is light and refreshing. This salad is high in protein and can be served as a main or side dish.

Ingredients

• 1/2 Cup quinoa (dry)
• 1 1/2 Cups water
• 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
• 3 Tsp Lime juice
• 1/4 Tsp cumin
• 1/4 Tsp coriander (ground, dried cilantro seeds)
• 2 Tbsp cilantro (chopped)
• 2 Scallions (medium, minced)
• 1 Can black beans (15.5 ounce can, rinsed and drained)
• 2 Cups tomato (chopped)
• 1 Red bell pepper (medium, chopped)
• 1 Green bell pepper (medium, chopped)
• 2 Green chiles (minced, to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa in cold water. Boil water in a saucepan, and then add the quinoa.

Step 2

Return to boil, and then simmer until the water is absorbed, 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 3

Cool for 15 minutes. While quinoa is cooking, mix olive oil, lime juice, cumin, coriander, chopped cilantro, and scallions in a small bowl, and set aside.

Step 4

Combine chopped vegetables with the black beans in a large bowl, and set aside.

Step 5

Once quinoa has cooled, combine all ingredients and mix well. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Utensils Needed

• Cutting board
• Sharp knife
• Measuring cups
• Measuring spoons
• Colander
• Saucepan
• Small bowl
• Large bowl
• Spoon

NUTRITION FACTS

Serving Size: 1 Cup

Nutrients	Amount
Calories	199
Total Fat	5 g
Saturated Fat	1 g
Cholestrol	0 g
Sodium	154 mg
Total Carbohydrates	32 g
Dietary Fiber	9 g
Total Sugars	4 g
Added Sugars	0 g
Protein	9 g