Southwestern Quinoa Salad

A delicious and healthy vegetarian salad with a southwestern twist.

10m

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

Servings

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa

1 can black beans, rinsed and drained

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 avocado, diced

1/2 red onion, diced

1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed

1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon chili powder

Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1

Cook quinoa according to package directions. Let cool.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black beans, red bell pepper, avocado, red onion, corn, and cilantro.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the quinoa salad and toss to combine.

Step 5

Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.