Santa Fe Quinoa Salad
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 1/2 cups water (for quinoa)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 bunch cilantro, chopped
- 1 red pepper, diced
- 2 medium carrots, grated
- 4 green onions, sliced
Dressing
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp maple syrup
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the quinoa well. Place quinoa, water and a pinch of unrefined salt into a large pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until tender and most of the water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5-10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and transfer to a large mixing bowl to cool.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients (lime juice, olive oil, garlic, sea salt, and maple syrup).
- Add the quinoa, black beans, cilantro, red pepper and green onions. Toss gently.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
Recipe by InspireHealth
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