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easy friendsgiving recipes

Easy Friendsgiving Recipes for Flavorful Quinoa Salad


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

An easy recipe for a Friendsgiving gathering that combines traditional flavors with simple preparation.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn, frozen or fresh
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
  4. Allow the salad to sit for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  5. Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Notes

  • This salad can be made a day in advance for convenience.
  • Feel free to add avocado or cheese for extra richness.
  • Adjust spice levels by adding jalapeños or chili powder.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: easy friendsgiving recipes, quinoa salad, vegetarian salad