Sweet Corn and Black Bean Quinoa Salad
A vibrant and healthy quinoa salad combining sweet corn, black beans, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a light lunch or side dish.
Ingredients
quinoa
- 1 cup quinoa (Rinsed under cold water to remove bitterness)
sweet corn
- 1 cup sweet corn (Canned or frozen)
black beans
- 1 can black beans (Rinsed and drained)
red bell pepper
- 1 piece red bell pepper (Diced)
red onion
- 0.25 cup red onion (Finely chopped)
cilantro
- 0.25 cup cilantro (Chopped)
lime juice
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
olive oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (Extra virgin preferred)
salt and pepper
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the quinoa according to package instructions and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, sweet corn, black beans, diced red bell pepper, chopped red onion, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Notes
This salad is versatile and can be served chilled or at room temperature. Adjust seasoning to taste.