Quinoa with Roasted Red Pepper, Green Beans and Red Onions

By Joelene

Ingredients

• 1 cup(s) quinoa, rinsed
• Kosher salt
• Pepper
• 2 jarred roasted red peppers, rinsed and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
• 4 ounce(s) green beans, thinly sliced
• 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
• 2 teaspoon(s) red wine vinegar

Preparation

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, add 1/2 teaspoon salt, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, until all the liquid has absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Fluff with a fork to separate the grains.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Add the red peppers, beans, and onion and toss to combine. Add the prepared quinoa and toss to combine.