Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa, washed and drained
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 fresh limes, juice of
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes, cut in half
  • 5 green onions, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • salt & pepper, to taste

Method

  • Wash and rinse quinoa. In a saucepan, bring quinoa and water to a boil. Reduce to simmer, cover and cook until all water is absorbed, about 10 to 15 minutes. Let cool.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cumin and red pepper flakes.
  • Combine cooled quinoa, beans, tomatoes, and onions in a large bowl.
  • Drizzle dressing over salad and toss in cilantro. Season with salt and pepper.