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Ingredients
• 1 cup quinoa (uncooked)
• 1 can black beans (15 ounces), drained and rinsed
• 1 cup sweet corn, fresh or frozen
• 1 ripe avocado, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Juice of 2 limes
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt and pepper, to taste
- Rinse quinoa under cold water in a fine mesh strainer.
- In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
- Add quinoa to the boiling water, cover, and reduce heat to low.
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until all water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.
- Remove from heat and let it stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- Transfer quinoa to a large bowl to cool to room temperature.
- While the quinoa is cooling, prepare the cumin-lime dressing by whisking together lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Add black beans, sweet corn, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped cilantro to the bowl with the cooled quinoa.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well combined.
- Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled as a refreshing, healthy side dish or a standalone meal.
Q1: Can I use canned corn instead of fresh or frozen sweet corn in the Healthy Mexican Quinoa Salad?
A1: Yes, you can use canned corn. Just be sure to drain and rinse it thoroughly to remove any excess salt or preservatives before adding it to the salad.
Q2: How far in advance can I prepare the Healthy Mexican Quinoa Salad, and how should I store it?
A2: You can prepare the salad up to 24 hours in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep it fresh. If you plan to make it ahead, consider adding the avocado just before serving to prevent it from browning.
Q3: Can I make the Healthy Mexican Quinoa Salad vegan-friendly?
A3: The salad is already vegan-friendly as long as the ingredients, including the black beans and corn, don't contain any added animal products. Just be sure to check the labels if you're using canned goods to confirm they're suitable for a vegan diet.
