Zesty Quinoa Salad

By Dawn_The_Great

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 limes - juiced
• 2 tsp. ground cumin
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
• 1 1/2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
• 1 can black beans - drained and rinsed
• 5 green onions, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• salt and ground pepper to taste

Preparation

Step 1

1. Bring quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 10-15 minutes. Set aside to cool.

2. Whisk olive oil, lime juice, cumin, 1 tsp. salt, and red pepper flakes together in a bowl.

3. Combine quinoa, tomatoes, black beans, and green onions together in a bowl. Pour dressing over quinoa mixture; toss to coat. Stir in cilantro; season with salt and black pepper. Serve immediately or chill in refrigerator.