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Quinoa Taco Salad Recipe

A healthy and delicious quinoa taco salad perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 1 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  2. 2. In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
  3. 3. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  4. 4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro.
  5. 5. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  6. 6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  7. 7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Quinoa, Salad, Taco
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