QUINOA SALAD WITH BLACK BEANS AND AVOCADO

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Make and share this Quinoa Salad With Black Beans and Avocado recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lateshow9

Categories     Southwest Asia (middle East)

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 3/4 cups water
1 (16 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 avocado, chopped into chunks
3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
1/2 red onion, diced
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 red bell pepper, chopped into chunks
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
1 lime, juiced
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Warm the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add rinsed quinoa and toast for about 2-3 minutes until it starts to smell nutty.
  • Add water, stir once, cover, and simmer with a lid for 20 minutes.
  • While quinoa is cooking, prepare all other ingredients. Prepare dressing by combining the lime juice, oil, cumin, and salt. Whisk it aggressively. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
  • When the quinoa is finished, remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Add black beans and toss to warm through.
  • Let the quinoa cool for about 5 minutes and then add all the remaining ingredients, including dressing, and mix. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 2.2, Sodium 14.6, Carbohydrate 57.3, Fiber 15.2, Sugar 3.2, Protein 15.2

Khadar ozil
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Thembi Mahlangu
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I love how easy this salad is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


Mousumi Aktar
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I'm always looking for new and healthy salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's delicious and packed with nutrients.


Million Melkamu
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The dressing for this salad is amazing. It's light and tangy, and it really brings out the flavors of the other ingredients.


Edward kisusu
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This salad is a great source of plant-based protein.


Merab Fatima
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I've never had quinoa before, but this salad was a great introduction. It's so healthy and delicious.


Tashima Russell
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a great make-ahead meal.


Amyin Richard
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Trevor Engleton
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I'm not a huge fan of quinoa, but this salad changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Asif Iqbal Sumon
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This salad is so versatile. I've added different vegetables and grains to it, and it's always turned out great.


Jonalyn Solis
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I love the addition of black beans to this salad. They add a nice protein boost.


Micheal Foster
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This salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and the avocado adds a creamy richness.


ring tone
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Timothy Tarnowski
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This quinoa salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


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