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Black Bean, Corn, and Quinoa Salad

Black Bean, Corn, and Quinoa Salad

Name: Black Bean, Corn, and Quinoa Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups chicken broth; 1 cup uncooked quinoa; 1 cup frozen corn; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar; 1 lime, zested; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; 2 tablespoons avocado oil; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained; 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 small red onion, chopped; ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Rating: 4.84 stars

31 Ratings
21 Reviews
11 Photos

This is a wonderful Southwestern style salad that is quick and easy to make.

By tarnapx

Recipe Summary

prep:

15 mins

cook:

20 mins

additional:

5 mins

total:

40 mins

Servings:

Yield:

6 servings

Nutrition Info

Directions

Step 1

Bring chicken broth to a boil in a 2-quart saucepan. Stir in quinoa. Reduce heat to low; simmer, covered, until broth is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in corn. Cover and let stand until corn is warmed through, about 5 minutes.

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Step 2

Whisk lime juice, red wine vinegar, lime zest, and cumin together in a large bowl. Whisk in avocado oil. Add black beans, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in quinoa and corn.

Cook's Notes:

If you want to add in more color, try using a combination of white and red quinoa.

Tips

You can also use Trader Joe's(R) Frozen Roasted Corn for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

249.9 calories; 9.8 g protein; 38.3 g carbohydrates; 1.7 mg cholesterol; 622.3 mg sodium. Full Nutrition

Reviews (21)

Most helpful positive review

Buckwheat Queen

03/16/2017

Tangy and zippy! I added some black lime powder (loomi aswad) and some cayenne pepper. I also used some precooked tri-colored quinoa that I had in the freezer. Can't get any easier than that! Next time I'll add an avocado. Thank you for the recipe. Read More

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(5)

Most helpful critical review

kathy

04/09/2020

I made it exactly and the first day, it was quite tasty. On day 2 however, there was really no flavour to it so next time, I would add more coriander and vinegar before serving it. Read More

31 Ratings

5 star values: 27
4 star values: 3
3 star values: 1
2 star values: 0
1 star values: 0

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Buckwheat Queen

03/16/2017

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Buckwheat Queen

03/16/2017

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Jackie

07/24/2017

Made exactly as the recipe stated and it's wonderful. It is mild flavored yet rich tasting at the same time. So easy and quick to make. Perfect for those hot summer days and a great source of protein from the beans and quinoa. This is a keeper. Read More

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sherieastman

03/19/2019

Loved it. Took it for lunch and prepared it in advance. Read More

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imawinn2

06/25/2018

This has quickly become a favorite side dish for me. I have to watch my sodium intake so I use low sodium chicken broth to cook the quinoa. The flavor is nice and not overpowering. My family really enjoys it too. Read More

kathy

04/09/2020

I made it exactly and the first day, it was quite tasty. On day 2 however, there was really no flavour to it so next time, I would add more coriander and vinegar before serving it. Read More

D.T.

06/16/2020

Awesome recipe. This is one of my main dishes these days. Read More

Sandy Hall

09/12/2018

Yes. I ll make it again. I didn t have lime zest but it was so good anyway. Read More

Ashley Graboski-Bauer

04/10/2018

I make this all the time but often confuse it with a similar quinoa recipes that includes a tablespoon or so of curry powder and dried fruit like cranberries in the mix so sometimes I add that too. This is one of those dishes that gets better after it has had time to cool down together a bit so if you can make it ahead and keep in the fridge it's especially good. Read More

Vivian

07/01/2019

Wow this taste like a bowl from chipotle but at half the calories and much more healthier! Will definitely be remaking this in the future! Read More

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Nutritional Information

Black Bean, Corn, and Quinoa Salad

Servings Per Recipe: 6
Calories: 249.9

% Daily Value *

protein: 20 %

carbohydrates: 12 %

exchange other carbs:

dietary fiber: 33 %

sugars:

fat: 11 %

saturated fat: 4 %

cholesterol: 1 %

vitamin a iu: 12 %

niacin equivalents: 24 %

vitamin b6: 18 %

vitamin c: 38 %

folate: 29 %

calcium: 5 %

iron: 17 %

magnesium: 32 %

potassium: 14 %

sodium: 25 %

thiamin: 19 %

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*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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Buckwheat Queen

03/16/2017

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Buckwheat Queen

03/16/2017

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Jackie

07/24/2017

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sherieastman

03/19/2019

Loved it. Took it for lunch and prepared it in advance.

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imawinn2

06/25/2018

kathy

04/09/2020

I made it exactly and the first day, it was quite tasty. On day 2 however, there was really no flavour to it so next time, I would add more coriander and vinegar before serving it.

D.T.