Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Black Bean Quinoa Salad Recipe, perfect for summer picnics or a nutritious meal prep option. This refreshing salad combines protein-rich black beans and fluffy quinoa with fresh ingredients like zesty lime juice and aromatic cilantro, creating a delightful dish that is both hearty and healthy. Ideal as a main course or a versatile side, this recipe is quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Enjoy the colorful presentation and satisfying textures in every bite while nourishing your body with essential nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup sliced green onion
- 1 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 shallot (minced)
- 1 Tbsp honey
- sea salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions using vegetable broth or water. Let sit for 5 minutes after cooking.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, minced shallot, honey, sea salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
- Fluff the quinoa with a fork and combine it with the vinaigrette in a large mixing bowl.
- Add black beans, green onion, cilantro, and cotija cheese; mix until well incorporated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg