Summer Quinoa Salad

Loaded with fresh veggies and dressed with an olive oil-lime juice vinaigrette, this easy, summery dish makes a perfect light meal or a side dish to your favorite grilled entrée.

• Preparation Time: 25 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 263 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ cups water
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup sliced black olives
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• ¼ cup finely chopped onion
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 avocado, chopped
• 1 cup Simply Balanced™ Quinoa
• 1 (13.4 ounce) package Simply Balanced™ Organic Black Beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (12 ounce) package sweet cocktail tomatoes, chopped
• 1 cup packed, coarsely chopped spinach, stems removed
• ½ cup thinly sliced mini peppers

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine quinoa, water and 1/2 teaspoon salt in medium saucepan. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat and cover. Simmer 12 to 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Remove from heat; cool slightly.

Step 2

Meanwhile, whisk dressing ingredients in small bowl. Toss quinoa and remaining salad ingredients in large bowl. Toss with dressing. Serve at room temperature or refrigerate until ready to serve.