Mexican Quinoa Salad

This recipe for Mexican quinoa salad is quick and easy and makes for a delicious and fresh dish with a little kick!

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 508 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons honey
• ¼ teaspoon paprika
• ½ cup olive oil
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 lime, juiced
• ½ cup chopped green onion
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen corn
• ¼ teaspoon dry mustard
• 1 ½ cups cooked quinoa
• ½ cup finely chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish
• 6 pickled jalapeno pepper slices, chopped

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Stir black beans, quinoa, corn, red bell pepper, green onion, cilantro, and garlic together in a large bowl.

Step 2

Whisk olive oil, lime juice, honey, jalapeno, mustard, and paprika together in a bowl until dressing is smooth and creamy. Pour dressing over quinoa mixture and toss to coat. Garnish with cilantro.