Mexican Quinoa Salad

Mexican Quinoa Salad

A delicious, fresh Mexican dish with a little kick!

Prep Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

Dressing

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 6 pickled jalapeno pepper slices, chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon dry mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika

Salad

  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 ½ cups cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • ½ cup chopped green onion
  • ½ cup finely chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic

Directions

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.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

508
Calories
29g
Fat
54g
Carbs
12g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 508
% Daily Value *
Total Fat29g 37%
Saturated Fat4g 20%
Sodium447mg 19%
Total Carbohydrate54g 20%
Dietary Fiber12g 41%
Total Sugars12g
Protein12g
Vitamin C56mg 280%
Calcium58mg 4%
Iron3mg 16%
Potassium572mg 12%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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