This southwestern-style quinoa salad is a fresh and healthy way to enjoy the flavors of the southwest. With quinoa, black beans, corn, avocado, and a zesty lime dressing, this salad is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.
Southwestern-Style Quinoa Salad
Ingredients
2
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 jalapeño (minced)
- 15 oz black beans
- 15 oz corn
- 3 roma tomatoes (diced)
- 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
- 2 cups vegetable stock
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 avocado (cubed)
- 1 lime (juiced)
- fresh cilantro (to garnish)
Instructions
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Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and jalapeño and cook for about 2 minutes, until softened.
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Add the black beans, corn, tomatoes, quinoa, vegetable stock, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir, then cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
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Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and top with the avocado, lime juice, and cilantro.
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Enjoy!
Nutrition (per serving)
1011
Calories
35
Protein
151
Carbs
36
Fat
34
Fibre
15
Sugar
Adapted from: tasty.co
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