Warm Quinoa Salad

Name: Warm Quinoa Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt; 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper; 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin; 1.5 cups water; 1 cup dry quinoa (such as Quinta®); 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 (15 ounce) can yellow corn kernels, drained and rinsed; 0.5 cup finely chopped red bell pepper; 0.5 cup finely chopped red onion; 0.5 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro

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This super wholesome, warm quinoa recipe is jam-packed with nutrients and high in protein and iron.

Recipe by Mac Rogers

Updated on February 14, 2023

close up view of Warm Quinoa Salad with olives, peppers and capers, garnished with fresh herbs, on a blue plate

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Servings:

4

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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

Make dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, pepper, and cumin in a large serving bowl until combined.
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.
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)

483	Calories
18g	Fat
69g	Carbs
16g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 483
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g	23%
Saturated Fat 3g	13%
Sodium 1211mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 69g	25%
Dietary Fiber 13g	48%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 16g
Vitamin C 33mg	164%
Calcium 79mg	6%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 823mg	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.