- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 2 servings
Our quinoa black bean salad is hearty and delicious, thanks to its colorful veggies and bright and zesty dressing. It’s naturally vegan, super simple, and lasts for days in the fridge!
Ingredient:
- 1 cup (190g) uncooked quinoa, rinsed (about 3 cups cooked)
- 2 cups water or broth, see our chicken broth or veggie broth
- 1 (15oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed, or 1 ½ cups cooked black beans
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion (half small onion)
- 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 cup (150g) cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup (100g) finely chopped red cabbage
- 2 medium ears corn, kernels cut off the cobs, 1 cup
- 1 (4oz) can Hatch green chili peppers, chopped
- Optional: chopped avocado, crumbled feta, or queso fresco
- For Dressing
- 3 tablespoons (44ml) apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ancho chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/3 cup (78g) extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and fresh ground black pepper
