Quinoa Black Bean Salad with Cumin Lime Dressing

Are you looking for a quick, easy, delicious salad? With just a few ingredients and a little chopping, this healthy Quinoa Black Bean Salad can be on the table in 30 to 40 minutes. You will love the beautiful touch of color it adds to your menu.

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QUINOA BLACK BEAN SALAD w/ CUMIN-LIME DRESSING

3 cups quinoa cooked and cooled

2 cups prepared black beans

1 avocado, chopped

1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes

1 large red bell pepper, chopped

2/3 cup diced red onion

1/3 cup chopped cilantro

DRESSING:

1 large clove garlic, minced

3 tablespoons lime juice

3 tablespoons olive oil

1/2 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon salt

Mix first seven ingredients together in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Pour dressing over salad and mix thoroughly. Serve.

This salad can also be stored in an air tight glass container in the refrigerator overnight. It’s a great make-ahead salad that tastes delicious the next day!

Makes 4 to 6 servings