aotr34   April 5, 2016   Comments Off on

Mexican Quinoa Salad



This colorful fresh and healthy salad is a snap to make. It is packed with protein and fiber and tastes great!

Servings: 6 | Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 15 min

INGREDIENTS


1 ½ cups cooked quinoa, prepared
according to package directions
1 pint of grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
1 (15-ounce) can organic black beans,
rinsed and drained
1 cup corn
3 green onions, thinly sliced
6 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, cubed (optional if vegan)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 clove minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley

DIRECTIONS

Mix the quinoa, tomatoes, black beans, corn, green onions and cheese in a large bowl.
Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Pour over the quinoa and vegetable mixture and toss together. Add the cilantro or parsley, gently toss, and serve.


Mexican Quinoa Salad



1 ½ cups cooked quinoa, prepared
according to package directions

1 pint of grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
1 (15-ounce) can organic black beans,
rinsed and drained

1 cup corn
3 green onions, thinly sliced
6 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, cubed (optional if vegan)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 clove minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley