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

Mahedi Sk
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a healthy and filling meal that's perfect for meal prep.


Happy Harii
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The quinoa, black beans, and avocado are a perfect match.


SAMUEL M.
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This is a delicious and healthy salad that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Suhayb Cabdixakiin
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Abbas Nasir
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a healthy and filling meal that's perfect for meal prep.


Loic Arnold
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The quinoa, black beans, and avocado are a perfect match.


Ivan Kolf
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This is a delicious and healthy salad that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Nataraja Kola
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Wali m Muhammad Jan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a healthy and filling meal that's perfect for meal prep.


Tinashe Chivunya P
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The quinoa, black beans, and avocado are a perfect match.


Kuben Neymar
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This is a delicious and healthy salad that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Manda King
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Sushan jung Xettry
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber.


Adebayo Ifeoluwa
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Edinah Moraa ongwae
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and flavorful salad. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Just_for_ Entertainment
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious! The flavors are well-balanced and the quinoa is cooked perfectly.


Lebogang Mathoka
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This quinoa salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a healthy and filling meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner.


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