Delicious and easy vegan recipe for Quinoa Salad with Avocado, Black Beans, and Corn
Introducing a delicious and easy vegan recipe for Quinoa Salad with Avocado, Black Beans, and Corn. This healthy dish is perfect for a light lunch or quick dinner.
The ingredients include quinoa, avocado, black beans, sweet corn, red onion, and fresh cilantro, all tossed in a flavorful vinaigrette made with lime juice and olive oil. Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients:
1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
1 ripe avocado, peeled and diced
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup sweet corn
1/2 red onion, chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions:
- Rinse the quinoa under cold running water and drain well.
- Put the quinoa in a saucepan with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and cover with a lid. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, until the quinoa is tender and the water has been absorbed.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced avocado, black beans, sweet corn, chopped red onion, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve the quinoa salad chilled or at room temperature.
