Southwestern Quinoa Salad Pic

INGREDIENTS

Salad

  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa (rinsed)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup of corn
  • 1⁄2 avocado (diced)
  • handful of cherry tomatoes
  • 1⁄2 cup diced green bell pepper
  • 1⁄2 red onion
  • 1⁄3 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1⁄2 cup of feta cheese

Dressing

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp. of honey
  • 1⁄2 cup of fresh lime or lime juice
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. cumin powder
  • 1⁄2 tsp. paprika
  • 1⁄2 tsp. chili powder

DIRECTIONS

  • Add quinoa and water (or broth) to pan and bring to boil.
  • Let simmer for 15 min covered, fluff with a fork when all liquid is absorbed.
  • After cooling, add pepper, corn, beans, cilantro, feta cheese, and red onion
  • Stir gently, add dressing
  • Top with avocado (optional)

Adapted from Allrecipes.com

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