Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 red onion, chopped
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
This image shows a bowl of cooked quinoa and a can of black beans. The quinoa should be cooked according to package instructions and the black beans should be drained and rinsed before adding to the salad.
Instructions:
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black beans, red and yellow bell peppers, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Pour over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
- Add chopped avocado and cilantro to the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Enjoy your delicious and healthy Quinoa and Black Bean Salad with Avocado and Lime Dressing!
This image shows a delicious bowl of the Quinoa and Black Bean Salad with Avocado and Lime Dressing. The salad is colorful and vibrant, with the avocado adding a creamy texture to the dish.
Tips:
- You can add other veggies like corn, tomatoes, or cucumber to the salad for extra flavor and nutrition.
- If you're not a fan of cilantro, you can substitute parsley or basil instead.
- This salad can be served as a side dish or a main meal, depending on your appetite.
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