Quinoa, Corn and Black Bean Salad

Quinoa is actually a seed, not a grain, and is considered a complete protein as it contains all nine essential amino acids.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 11.

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Quinoa, Corn and Black Bean Salad

Cooking Method: Boiling, Mixing Cuisine: American, Mexican Courses: Lunch, Salad, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 15 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Quinoa
• 1 cup Canned corn
• 1 cup Black beans
• 0.5 cup Red bell pepper
• 0.25 cup Red onion
• 0.25 cup Cilantro
• 2 tablespoon Lime juice
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Cook the quinoa according to package instructions.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, canned corn, black beans, diced red bell pepper, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
5. Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 5g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.