Quinoa Black Bean Salad
A hearty and nutritious salad that combines quinoa with black beans and fresh vegetables, perfect for meal prep.
30 second summary
Protein-rich quinoa and black beans create a satisfying salad for any occasion.
Nutrition per serving
300Calories
12gProtein
50gCarbs
8gFat
10gFiber
Ingredients
4servings
grains
protein
vegetables
flavor
herbs
Instructions
1
Cook Quinoa
Rinse quinoa and cook according to package instructions.
2
Prepare Vegetables
Dice the bell pepper and drain the black beans.
3
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, mix cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, and bell pepper.
4
Dress Salad
Add lime juice and chopped cilantro to the salad, then toss to combine.
Substitutions
cooked quinoa→cooked brown rice
black beans→chickpeas
Common mistakes
Not letting quinoa cool before adding to the salad.
Forgetting to drain black beans, making the salad watery.
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