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Salsa Quinoa

Salsa Quinoa recipe

Quinoa is actually a seed, not a grain, and it 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 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 15 min Cook Time: 15 min Rest Time: 10 min Total Time: 40 mins
Servings 4
Calories 1280
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Quinoa
  • 1 can Black beans
  • 1 cup Corn
  • 2 medium Tomatoes
  • 1 small Red onion
  • 0.5 cup Cilantro
  • 1 juice of Lime
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 medium Avocado
Instructions
  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and cook according to package instructions. Once cooked, let it cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, and chopped cilantro.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss well to combine.
  4. Cover the bowl and let the salsa quinoa rest in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes.
  5. Before serving, dice the avocado and gently fold it into the quinoa mixture.
  6. Serve the salsa quinoa as a main dish or as a side salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 320kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g19%
Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
Sugars 4g
Protein 10g20%

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

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