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Vegan Quinoa Salad with Black Beans

  • Author: madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Vegan
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A vibrant vegan salad featuring quinoa, black beans, corn, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a nutritious meal.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish


Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes until the quinoa is fluffy.
  2. Combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, diced bell pepper, and avocado in a large bowl.
  3. Whisk together olive oil, cumin, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Pour dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss gently to combine.
  4. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

For best flavor, let the cooked quinoa cool before mixing. Experiment with spices to customize the flavor profile.