Vegan Quinoa Salad

This vegan quinoa salad is a refreshing and easy meal that can be enjoyed any time of the day

15m

Prep Time

-

Cook Time

4

Servings

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa

2 cups water

1 red bell pepper diced

1 yellow bell pepper diced

1 small red onion diced

1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed

1 cup canned corn, drained

1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

3 tablespoons olive oil

3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice

1 clove garlic, minced

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring the quinoa and water to a boil. Cover the pan, reduce the heat to low and simmer until the water is absorbed, around 15 minutes.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced bell peppers, diced red onion, black beans, corn and cilantro.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, salt and black pepper.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Serve at room temperature or chilled.