Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of our Black Bean Quinoa Salad Recipe, a perfect dish for summer gatherings or healthy meal prep. This colorful salad is packed with protein from quinoa and black beans, making it both nutritious and satisfying. A zesty vinaigrette made from lime juice and fresh shallots adds a refreshing kick, while the addition of cilantro and green onions elevates the flavor profile. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, this salad is incredibly versatile and can be enjoyed in lettuce wraps or alongside tortilla chips for a delightful crunch. Plus, it’s quick to prepare, taking only 25 minutes from start to finish. Enjoy this deliciously healthy dish that everyone will love!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 2 cups vegetable broth (or water)
- 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans
- 1/2 cup sliced green onion
- 1 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1/4 cup olive oil + 1 Tbsp.
- 1 shallot (about 3 Tbsp. minced)
- 1 Tbsp. honey
- 1/2 tsp. sea salt
- 1/8 tsp. black pepper
Instructions
- Cook quinoa in vegetable broth according to package instructions; let sit covered for 5 minutes after cooking.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, minced shallot, honey, sea salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
- Drain and rinse black beans; chop cilantro.
- Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork and add to the vinaigrette along with black beans and cilantro; mix until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg