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This super wholesome, warm quinoa recipe is jam-packed with nutrients and high in protein and iron.
Ingredients
Dressing
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
Quinoa Salad
- 1 ½ cups water
- 1 cup dry quinoa (such as Quinta®)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 ounce) can yellow corn kernels, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup finely chopped red bell pepper
- ½ cup finely chopped red onion
- ½ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
Directions
Step 1
Make dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, pepper, and cumin in a large serving bowl until combined.
Step 2
Make salad: Bring water, quinoa, and salt to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
Step 3
Transfer cooked quinoa into the serving bowl with dressing. Add beans, corn, bell pepper, onion, and cilantro. Mix with a large spoon or wide spatula until combined.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 483 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat18g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat3g | 13% |
| Sodium1211mg | 53% |
| Total Carbohydrate69g | 25% |
| Dietary Fiber13g | 48% |
| Total Sugars5g | |
| Protein16g | |
| Vitamin C33mg | 164% |
| Calcium79mg | 6% |
| Iron5mg | 29% |
| Potassium823mg | 18% |
*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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