Description

Elevate your meal with this vibrant Black Bean Quinoa Salad, a perfect blend of nutritious ingredients that are both satisfying and refreshing. This salad is packed with protein and fiber, making it an ideal option for a quick lunch or a delightful side dish at gatherings. With its zesty lime vinaigrette and colorful veggies, this dish not only pleases the palate but also provides essential nutrients to fuel your day. Whether enjoyed on its own or as part of a larger feast, this easy-to-make salad is sure to impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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1 cup uncooked quinoa
2 cups vegetable broth (or water)
2 cans (15 oz each) black beans
1/2 cup sliced green onion
1 cup chopped cilantro
1 cup crumbled cotija cheese
1/4 cup lime juice (about 1 lime)
1/4 cup olive oil + 1 Tbsp.
1 shallot (about 3 Tbsp. minced)
1 Tbsp. honey
1/2 tsp. sea salt
1/8 tsp. black pepper

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Instructions

Cook quinoa in a medium saucepan with vegetable broth according to package instructions. Let it sit covered for 5 minutes after cooking.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, minced shallot, honey, sea salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Rinse and drain black beans. Chop cilantro and crumble cotija cheese.
Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork and add to the vinaigrette bowl along with black beans, cilantro, and cotija cheese. Toss well to combine.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 460mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 11g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 10mg