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Healthy Quinoa and Black Bean Salad

A delicious and nutritious quinoa salad featuring black beans, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Healthy, Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Grains and Legumes
  • 1 cup quinoa Rinsed under cold water
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed
Vegetables
  • 1 piece bell pepper, chopped Any color bell pepper
  • 1 cup corn Fresh or frozen
  • 1 piece avocado, diced Makes the dish creamy
Dressing
  • 1 piece lime, juiced Adds freshness
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  2. In a pot, combine quinoa and water; bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes until quinoa is fluffy.
Mixing
  1. In a large bowl, mix cooked quinoa, black beans, chopped bell pepper, corn, and diced avocado.
  2. Add lime juice, salt, and pepper; mix well.

Notes

Serve warm or cold. Pairs well with a side salad or can be enjoyed as a main course.