Refreshing Quinoa Salad

 Salad with Quinoa that is light and refreshing

A nutritious and colorful dish for a lively lunch! 🌈🍲

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes (for cooking quinoa)
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 1 cup washed and cooked quinoa
• 1 cup chopped bell peppers (a vibrant combination of red, yellow, and green)
• 1 diced cucumber
• 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup washed and drained canned black beans
• 1 cup drained canned corn kernels
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
• 2 limes juice
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• Optional: chopped avocado for smoothness, salt and pepper to taste

Method

01.Combine the cooked quinoa, diced bell peppers, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, drained black beans, drained corn kernels, and chopped cilantro leaves in a large salad dish.

02.To make the dressing, mix together the lime juice, extra-virgin olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

03.Pour the dressing over the quinoa-vegetable mixture.

04.Fold in diced avocado if desired.

05.Toss the salad with the dressing to coat the contents.

06.Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

07.Serve right away as a filling and nutritious supper.

Important Information

01.Quinoa Salad is a nutritious powerhouse that combines protein-rich quinoa with a colorful array of veggies.

02.It's a versatile recipe that may be adapted with your preferred vegetables and meats.

03.The lime and cumin dressing gives the salad a tangy bite.

04.Quinoa Salad is ideal for dinner preparation, picnics, or as a light lunch.