Southwest Quinoa Salad

Southwest Quinoa Salad

Southwest Quinoa Salad

A healthy Southwest Quinoa Salad with zesty lime vinaigrette. This cold quinoa salad can be made ahead for meal prep lunches or dinners. Lunch Ideas, Lunch Appetizer, Lunch, Lunch Side Dish, Lunch Dessert, Lunch Recipes

Prep time: 00:10
Cook time: 00:10
Total time: 00:20

Yield: 2 Servings

Ingredients:
2 cloves garlic minced
1 cup quinoa well rinsed and drained
1 3/4 cups low sodium vegetable broth or water
1 cup canned corn drained
15 ounce can black beans rinsed and drained
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Instructions:

Step number one. Heat the 2 teaspoons olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, stirring, about 1 minute. Add the quinoa and vegetable broth (or water) and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until the liquid has been absorbed, about 12-16 minutes. Remove from the heat.

Next step is, While the quinoa cooks, prepare the lime vinaigrette. In a small bowl or jar, combine the dressing ingredients. Whisk (or shake in a jar with a lid) until well combined.

Step 3, Transfer the cooked quinoa to a large bowl and stir in the corn, black beans, bell pepper, green onions and cilantro. Add the dressing and stir gently to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary.

Thanks to: https://kristineskitchenblog.com/southwest-quinoa-salad/

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