Quinoa and Black Bean Salad - Vegetarian

The Quinoa and Black Bean Salad is a vibrant and nutritious choice that effortlessly combines bold flavors and colorful ingredients. Each forkful boasts the perfect blend of tender quinoa, hearty black beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp red bell pepper, and creamy avocado, all accentuated with a lime-cumin dressing that ties the dish together beautifully.

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Temps de préparation 15

Temps de cuisson 15

Temps total 30

Type de plat Salad

Cuisine International

Portions servings

Calories 350 kcal

Ingrédients

1 cup quinoa, rinsed

2 cups water

1 can black beans, drained and rinsed

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced

1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped

1 avocado, avocado, diced

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon lime juice

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

In a medium pot, combine quinoa and water and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the water is absorbed and quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes.
In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black beans, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
Gently fold in the diced avocado before serving.

Nutrition (per 100g)

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Quinoa and Black Bean Salad – Vegetarian