Description
Black Bean Quinoa Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together the wholesome goodness of quinoa and black beans, complemented by fresh vegetables and a zesty vinaigrette. Perfect for any occasion—from summer picnics to quick lunches—this salad is not just delicious but also packed with protein and fiber, making it a satisfying choice for health-conscious eaters. With bold flavors from lime juice, cilantro, and cotija cheese, this recipe is easy to prepare and ideal for meal prep. Impress your guests or enjoy it as part of your weekday meals; either way, this Black Bean Quinoa Salad is sure to delight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 2 cups vegetable broth (or water)
- 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans
- 1/2 cup sliced green onion
- 1 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1/4 cup lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1/4 cup olive oil + 1 Tbsp.
- 1 shallot (about 3 Tbsp. minced)
- 1 Tbsp. honey
- 1/2 tsp. sea salt
- 1/8 tsp. black pepper
Instructions
- Cook quinoa in vegetable broth according to package instructions. Let sit for 5 minutes after cooking.
- In a large bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients: lime juice, olive oil, minced shallot, honey, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Drain and rinse black beans. Chop cilantro and crumble cotija cheese.
- Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork and add to the dressing mixture along with black beans, cilantro, and cotija cheese. Toss until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling/Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg