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Southwest Quinoa Salad
This Southwest Quinoa Salad is loaded with fresh veggies and packed with southwest flavor. The perfect side for summer cookouts, pot lucks, or weeknight dinners!
Servings
8
Calories
357
kcal
Author
Cathy Trochelman
Ingredients
1
c.
uncooked quinoa
3 cups cooked
1
c.
chopped tomatoes
1
c.
chopped bell peppers
1
c.
charred corn
½
c.
black beans
drained
½
c.
chopped red onion
1
avocado
chopped
Fresh cilantro
for garnish
For dressing:
½
c.
olive oil
2
Tbsp.
lemon juice
2
Tbsp.
lime juice
2
Tbsp.
cilantro
minced
1
tsp.
cumin
1
tsp.
coriander
1
tsp.
chili powder
1
tsp.
salt
½
tsp.
cayenne pepper
Instructions
Prepare quinoa according to package instructions. Set aside to cool.
While quinoa is cooling, prepare veggies.
Combine quinoa and veggies in a large mixing bowl.
Prepare dressing by combining ingredients and shaking until well mixed.
Pour dressing over quinoa and veggies and stir to combine.
Spoon into serving bowl and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
Calories:
357
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
36
g
|
Protein:
8
g
|
Fat:
21
g
|
Saturated Fat:
2
g
|
Sodium:
301
mg
|
Potassium:
620
mg
|
Fiber:
7
g
|
Sugar:
4
g
|
Vitamin A:
1680
IU
|
Vitamin C:
53
mg
|
Calcium:
53
mg
|
Iron:
3.3
mg