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Mexican Quinoa Salad with Honey Lime Vinaigrette

Zesty Mexican Quinoa Salad with Honey Lime Vinaigrette Bliss

A vibrant Mexican quinoa salad with honey lime vinaigrette, packed with protein and fiber, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 1 can black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup frozen corn defrosted
  • 1 unit red bell pepper finely diced
  • 1 small onion finely diced
  • 1 unit jalapeño deseeded and minced
  • 1 cup cilantro chopped
For the Vinaigrette
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil high-quality
  • 2 tablespoons honey or vegan substitute
  • 1 unit lime zest and juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • fine mesh strainer
  • large mixing bowl
  • Small Bowl or Jar

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse quinoa in a fine mesh strainer until water runs clear. Combine with 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan and boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy.
  2. Finely dice onion and red bell pepper, and mince jalapeño. Chop cilantro and set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled quinoa, black beans, corn, bell pepper, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Mix gently.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, lime zest and juice, chili powder, and cumin. Let it sit to meld flavors.
  5. Pour vinaigrette over salad mixture and gently toss until well-coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately or refrigerate for an hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Rinse quinoa thoroughly for a better taste. Let dressing rest before tossing for enhanced flavors. Adjust lime juice and seasoning to taste.

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