Quinoa Black Bean Salad With Lime Cumin Dressing

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup quinoa (dry)
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 teaspoons lime juice
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• 2 medium scallions, minced
• 1 can (15.5 ounce) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 cups chopped tomato
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 green chiles, minced
• black pepper to taste

Method

1. 1 Rinse quinoa in cold water. Bring water to a boil in a saucepan, add quinoa, return to boil, then simmer until water is absorbed, 10 to 15 minutes.
2. 2 While quinoa cooks, whisk olive oil, lime juice, cumin, coriander, cilantro, and scallions in a small bowl. Set aside.
3. 3 Combine chopped tomatoes, bell peppers, green chiles, and black beans in a large bowl. Set aside.
4. 4 Let quinoa cool for 15 minutes. Add cooled quinoa to the vegetable and bean mixture, pour dressing over, and toss to combine.
5. 5 Season with black pepper. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.