Salads

Zesty Quinoa Salad

Whether you’re preparing lunch, dinner, or a family BBQ, this simple quinoa salad will be a hit! It’s tangy, zesty Balsamic dressing with lots of soft and crunchy textures make it pretty irresistible.

1 cup organic Quinoa
1 (15 oz) can of organic black beans, drained and rinsed well
1 cucumber, washed and diced
2 cups grape or cherry tomatoes, washed and halved
1 large avocado, diced
1/2 bunch of cilantro, snipped and finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
Bring 2 cups water to boil. Meanwhile, rinse quinoa through fine strainer until water runs clear. Add quinoa to boiling water, cover, and reduce to low heat and allow to simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until...
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Nutritions

Calories
5430

Sodium
1527mg
63% DV

Fat
243g
374% DV

Protein
37g
74% DV

Carbs
171g
58% DV

Fiber
36g
146% DV