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Quinoa Salad with Lime and Cilantro Dressing Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 limes, juiced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, or more to taste
1 1/2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
15 oz black beans, cooked
5 green onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Salt and ground pepper to taste
Directions:
Directions:
1. Bring quinoa and water to boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, Cover and simmer until quinoa Is tender and water has been absorbed, 10-15 minutes. Set aside to cool.
2. Whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, cumin, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
3. Combine quinoa, tomatoes, black beans, and green onions in medium bowl. Pour dressing over mixture, toss to coat. Stir in cilantro. Season with salt and pepper.
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
The zesty flavors in this salad are even more tasty the next day after they have had time to meld together. This is a great summer dish to serve chilled. I enjoy this salad as a post workout snack, it has lots of protein!

 

 

 

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