Description
A vibrant and zesty Quinoa Black Bean Salad with corn, bell pepper, and lime dressing. Perfect as a healthy side or make-ahead meal prep option.
Ingredients
1 cup quinoa; 1 can (15 oz) black beans; 1 cup corn; 1 red bell pepper; ½ red onion; ¼ cup cilantro; 1 avocado; juice of 2 limes; 3 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp honey; 1 garlic clove; ½ tsp cumin; salt and pepper; optional: jalapeño, spinach, feta.
Instructions
1. Cook quinoa and let cool. 2. Chop bell pepper, onion, and cilantro. 3. Whisk lime juice, olive oil, honey, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. 4. Toss quinoa, beans, corn, and dressing together. 5. Fold in avocado and chill before serving.
Notes
Best served cold. Lasts up to 4 days refrigerated. Add chickpeas or kidney beans for a three-bean version. Great with grilled meats or tacos.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossed
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Bowl
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 320
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 9
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 0