Southwest Quinoa Salad

Southwest Quinoa Salad

from centercutcook.com
30 min
6 servings

Southwest Quinoa Salad similar to the Whole Foods version with a lime dressing! Clean eating never tasted so good!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa (cooked according to package directions)
  • 14 ounces black beans (1 can) (drained and rinsed)
  • 14 ounces corn (1 can) (drained)
  • 1 red bell pepper (diced)
  • 4 green onions (diced)
  • 1/4-1/2 cup cilantro (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. 1

    Cook one cup quinoa according to package directions. I like to cook my quinoa in either vegetable stock or chicken stock to add a little flavor. I also like to rinse it before I cook it. To do this, just place the quinoa in a fine mesh strainer and rinse it under water for a few minutes.

  2. 2

    When the quinoa is done cooking, fluff it with a fork, transfer it to a large bowl, and allow it to cool completely (about 15 minutes).

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, black pepper and salt.

  4. 4

    When the quinoa has cooled, add in black beans, corn, red bell pepper, chopped green onions, and cilantro.

  5. 5

    Stir in dressing and toss to coat.

  6. 6

    Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving. Leftovers the next day are even better! Enjoy!