Southwestern Quinoa Salad
Quinoa is not actually a grain but a seed, making it a great gluten-free option.
This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 14.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Quinoa
- 1 can Black beans
- 1 cup Corn kernels
- 1 piece Red bell pepper
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 small Red onion
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoon Lime juice
- 2 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 piece Avocado
- 0.5 cup Tortilla chips
Instructions
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions. Let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black beans, corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, and fresh cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, and salt.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, top the salad with sliced avocado and crushed tortilla chips.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
- Sugars 5g
- 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.