Salad Simple Quinoa Black Bean Salad Recipe

This Quinoa Black Bean Salad is a wholesome mix of quinoa, black beans, corn, bell peppers, and zesty lime dressing. This salad is packed with protein, fibre, and flavour, making it an ideal meal.

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Simple Quinoa Black Bean Salad Recipe
30 Mins Total time
15 Mins Cook Time
15 Mins Prep Time
2 People Serves
Easy Difficulty
Vegan Diet
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Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Quinoa
  • 1 Cup Water
  • 1 Can Cooked Beans
  • 1 Cup Corn
  • 1 Piece Red Bell Pepper (diced)
  • 1 Piece Green Bell Pepper (diced)
  • 1 Piece Onion (finely chopped)
  • 3 Tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 2 Tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice
  • 1 Teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 2 Pinch Red Chilli Powder
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Coriander
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Main Procedure

Step 1

Cook The Quinoa: Take a pot, add water to it and bring it to boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover it and simmer for about 5 minutes. Set it aside and let it cool down.

Step 2

Prepare The Dressing: Take a small bowl, add in olive olive, lime juice, cumin, chilli powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together properly.

Step 3

Combine Other Ingredients: In a large bowl, add in the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, bell pepper, onion, and coriander.

Step 4

Toss And Serve: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve it immediately or let it cool down and then serve.