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Mexican Quinoa Salad with Honey Lime Vinaigrette

Mexican Quinoa Salad: Best Recipe with Honey Lime Vinaigrette

This Mexican Quinoa Salad with Honey Lime Vinaigrette is a refreshing and nutritious dish, perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup corn, frozen or fresh
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  2. In a pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil, then add quinoa. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
  3. In a large bowl, combine black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add the cooked quinoa to the large bowl and pour the dressing over the salad.
  6. Toss everything together until well combined.
  7. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for an hour before serving.

Notes

  • This salad can be served as a main dish or a side.
  • It tastes even better after marinating for a few hours.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Mexican, Quinoa, Salad, Honey, Lime, Vinaigrette