Healthy Black Bean Quinoa Salad

Name: Healthy Black Bean Quinoa Salad
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp olive oil; 2 bell peppers, chopped; 2 scallions, chopped; 1 Tbsp chili powder; 1 can (15.5 oz) low-sodium black beans, rinsed and drained; 3 Tbsp lime juice; 2 cups cooked quinoa; 1/2 cup corn; 1 tsp ground cumin; 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro; Black pepper to taste; 1/8 tsp salt

(5.0)

By Judy Capodanno

Published 2/7/2022

Dietitian Reviewed: Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT

Approved for These Diets:

Heart Healthy | Gluten Free | Diabetic | Vegetarian | Vegan

This deliciously hearty and healthy quinoa salad is bursting with, garden-fresh flavor. Black beans and corn give the dish heft, while lime juice and cilantro add a bright pop of zestiness.

Total Time

15 minutes

Servings

8

Calories

146

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Helpful How-To Video

How to Make Black Bean Quinoa Salad

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add the peppers, scallions and chili powder; cook 5 minutes. Stir in beans and 2 tablespoons of the lime juice; cook 1 more minute. Remove from heat.
Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black bean mixture, remaining 1 tablespoon lime juice, corn, cumin, cilantro, black pepper and salt. Serve warm.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:

1/2 cup

146

Calories

3

g

Fat

0

mg

Cholesterol

62

mg

Sodium

24

g

Carbs

0

g

Sat. Fat

6

g

Fiber

6

g

Protein

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