BLACK BEAN QUINOA SALAD

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This quinoa salad with black beans, cilantro, and cucumber is ready in 30 minutes.

Provided by Jennksc

Categories     Salad     Grains     Quinoa Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups water
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup lime juice
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 ½ cups diced cucumber
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring water and and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Whisk olive oil, lime juice, cumin, and 1 teaspoon salt together in a bowl to make dressing.
  • Combine cooled quinoa, black beans, and cucumber in a large bowl. Pour in dressing and toss to coat. Stir in cilantro and season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate or serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.3 calories, Carbohydrate 32.4 g, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 692.1 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

khaled Ghaith
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This salad is a delicious and healthy side dish. It's perfect for summer cookouts or picnics.


Ahsan Wattoo
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a great option for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. I love that it's so versatile and can be customized to my liking.


OGABEST
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I love this salad! It's so flavorful and refreshing. I especially love the dressing. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.


Nvi Winfrey
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and fiber. It's also a great source of vitamins and minerals. I love that it's so easy to make and it's so delicious.


Karla Urias
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a great dish to take to potlucks or picnics, and it's also a great option for a healthy lunch or dinner.


SUMAIRA KANWAL
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of the sweet corn, black beans, and quinoa. The dressing is also perfect, and it really brings all the flavors together.


NATION TV
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I'm not a big fan of black beans, but I really enjoyed this salad. The quinoa and dressing helped to balance out the flavor of the black beans. I would definitely make this salad again.


Samr Ahmed
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover black beans and quinoa. It's also a great option for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. I love that it's so versatile and can be customized to my liking.


Tasawar G
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The black beans and quinoa are a great combination, and the dressing is perfect. I've already made this salad twice in the past week, and I'm sure I'll be making it again s


Neha Mane
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that it's made with simple ingredients that I always have on hand. I also appreciate that it's a healthy dish that I can feel good about eating.


Adriyan San
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I'm always looking for new and healthy recipes, and this black bean quinoa salad definitely fits the bill. It's packed with protein and fiber, and the dressing is light and flavorful. I served it at a recent party, and it was a hit with everyone.


Ndumiso Mtuli
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This black bean quinoa salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. I loved the combination of flavors and textures, and the dressing was light and tangy. I will definitely be making this recipe again!