South West Quinoa Salad Recipe

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WebMar 24, 2021 · Cook quinoa: place 1 cup rinsed quinoa with 2 cups water or broth in medium pot; bring to boil then cover and simmer …

1. Cook quinoa: place 1 cup rinsed quinoa with 2 cups water or broth in medium pot; bring to boil then cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat once cooked, fluff with fork and transfer to large bowl to cool.
2. Meanwhile prepare the veggies: drain black beans, corn, chop bell peppers, dice onion and chop fresh cilantro.
3. Add veggies to bowl with quinoa and gently toss together
4. Make the dressing: add all dressing ingredients in medium bowl or blend in small food processor (I used the Nutri Bullet.)

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WebJul 22, 2022 · While quinoa is cooking, chop the veggies. In a large salad bowl, add black beans, bell peppers, corn, cilantro, red onion, jalapeno, …

1. Cook quinoa as per package instructions or... Stovetop: I personally like to cook quinoa with a ratio of 1 cup dry quinoa to 1.5 cups water. Unlike most packages that state 1:2 ratio. Bring to a boil, cook on low for 12 minutes, let stand for 5 minutes and fluff. This way quinoa comes out less mushy. See detailed tutorial here.Instant Pot: I'm obsessed with . It takes 30 seconds of prep and I walk away. Quinoa comes out fluffy and each grain separate after 9 minutes.
2. While quinoa is cooking, chop the veggies.
3. In a large salad bowl, add black beans, bell peppers, corn, cilantro, red onion, jalapeno, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper.
4. Fluff quinoa with a fork and add to the bowl.

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