Black Bean Quinoa Salad
Black Bean Quinoa Salad brings tender, fluffy quinoa together with hearty black beans and crisp cucumber, all brightened by a tangy cumin-lime vinaigrette. It’s fresh, filling, and vibrant with citrus and spice, perfect for a quick dinner or make-ahead lunch. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing, satisfying bite.
- Prep10 min
- Cook20 min
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan.
- 2
Lower the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed.
- 3
Set aside to cool.
- 4
Whisk olive oil, lime juice, cumin, and 1 teaspoon salt in a bowl to make the dressing.
- 5
Combine the cooled quinoa, black beans, and cucumber in a large bowl.
- 6
Pour in the dressing and toss to coat.
- 7
Stir in cilantro and season with salt and pepper.
- 8
Refrigerate or serve right away.
- Calories 290.03 kcal Moderate
- Protein 8.93 g Moderate
- Carbs 39.96 g Moderate
- Total Fat 11.02 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.22 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 154.49 mg Moderate
- Fiber 5.38 g Moderate
- Sugar 4.11 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 3.31 g Moderate
- Calcium 71.12 mg Low Source
- Iron 3.23 mg Moderate
- Potassium 55.2 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 128.57 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 21.36 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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