Description
A nutritious and flavorful quinoa and black bean salad that is high in protein and fiber, perfect for meal prep or a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, black beans, corn, bell peppers, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
- Serve with sliced avocado on top and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
Feel free to customize the ingredient ratios based on your preferences. For added spice, consider adding diced jalapeños or chili powder.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: high protein, quinoa, black beans, salad, vegetarian, Mediterranean
