Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups (360g) quinoa
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 1/2 cup (50g) chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup (50g) chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup (60ml) lime juice
- 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (5g) chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g) salt
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g) black pepper
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
15-20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Cook the quinoa according to package directions.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, tomatoes, onion, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and stir to combine.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 240 per serving (1 cup)
- Fat: 9g (14% of daily value)
- Carbohydrates: 36g (12% of daily value)
- Protein: 9g (18% of daily value)
- Fiber: 5g (20% of daily value)
Dish Characteristics:
- Refreshing and flavorful
- Can be served as a main course or side dish
- Easily customizable with different toppings and ingredients
User Comments:
- "This salad is the perfect balance of flavors and textures. I love that it's light yet filling."
- "I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit! The lime dressing really makes it special."
- "This salad is so easy to make and can be tailored to my own tastes. I added some shredded cheese and avocado."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have lime juice on hand, you can use lemon juice instead.
- To make the salad spicier, add more chili powder or chopped jalapeño peppers.
- The salad can be made ahead of time and will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
