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Chili-Lime Quinoa Black Bean Salad with Corn

Chili-Lime Quinoa Black Bean Salad with Corn
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Elevate your meal experience with this vibrant Chili-Lime Quinoa Black Bean Salad with Corn. This refreshing dish combines fluffy quinoa, hearty black beans, and sweet corn, all tossed together with a zesty lime vinaigrette. Perfect as a standalone light lunch or a colorful side at your next barbecue, it’s packed with protein and nutrients that everyone in the family will love. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, this salad is ideal for meal prep, allowing you to enjoy delicious, nutritious meals throughout the week. With its delightful medley of flavors and textures, you’re bound to make this salad a regular on your menu.

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 medium bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 medium red or yellow onion, diced
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup loosely packed cilantro, chopped
  • 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
  • 1 medium avocado, cubed
  • 1/3 cup avocado oil or olive oil
  • 2 limes, juiced (about ¼ cup)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
  • Pinch of cayenne (optional – add for more heat)

Instructions

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, bring quinoa and water to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes until water is absorbed. Let it cool.
  2. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together lime juice, avocado oil (or olive oil), cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled quinoa with bell pepper, onion, tomatoes, black beans, cilantro, corn, and avocado. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss gently.
  4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

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