Stephanie Ward
@stewa43
Zesty Quinoa Salad with Black Beans and Cherry Tomatoes
This refreshing quinoa salad is packed with flavor and nutrition. It's a perfect side dish or light meal, featuring a zesty lime dressing, black beans, and fresh vegetables. Ideal for summer picnics or as a healthy lunch option.
Details
- Cuisine:mediterranean
- Diet:vegan
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:bbq
- Ingredients:12
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time25 min.
- Cook time15 min.
- Total time40 min.
- Servings6
Ingredients
- 2 cups
- 1 cup
- 1/4 cup
- 2 limes, juiced
- 2 teaspoons
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1 1/2 cups, halved
- 1 (15 ounce) can, drained and rinsed
- 5, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup, chopped
- to taste
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Zesty Quinoa Salad with Black Beans and Cherry Tomatoes.
Step 1
Start by bringing water and quinoa to a vigorous boil in a saucepan.
Step 2
Once it reaches a rolling boil, lower the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until the quinoa is fluffy and the water has been fully absorbed.
Step 3
After cooking, remove the saucepan from heat and allow the quinoa to cool.
Step 4
While the quinoa cools, create a zesty dressing by whisking together olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and a pinch of red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled quinoa with halved cherry tomatoes, black beans, and finely chopped green onions.
Step 6
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to ensure every ingredient is well-coated.
Step 7
Fold in the fresh cilantro and adjust the seasoning with extra salt and black pepper to your liking.
Step 8
Serve the salad right away for a fresh experience, or for a refreshing twist, chill it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before enjoying.
Step 9
This vibrant quinoa salad is not just a dish; it's a celebration of flavors that will brighten any meal.