This easy quinoa salad is super fresh, colorful, and loaded with tender quinoa, black beans, tomato, and green onions tossed with a zesty vinaigrette.
Preparation Time
20 mins
Cooking Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Calories
270 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 10 to 15 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Step 2
Meanwhile, whisk olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and red pepper flakes together in a small bowl.
Step 3
Combine quinoa, tomatoes, black beans, and green onions in a large bowl. Pour dressing over quinoa mixture; toss to coat. Stir in cilantro; season with salt and black pepper.
Step 4
Serve immediately or chill salad in the refrigerator.