- Category: Sides
- Tags: BBQ, Beans, Citrus, Dairy Free, Easy, Gluten Free, Meat, salad, Summer
Chili Lime Quinoa Salad
This recipe is for a vibrant Quinoa Black Bean Salad featuring a zesty, smoky dressing. The salad combines the earthy goodness of quinoa and black beans with the sweetness of grilled corn and cherry tomatoes. Crunchy cucumber, red onion, and optional jalapeño add a fresh bite, while cilantro infuses the mix with a herbal note.
The dressing is a delectable blend of olive oil, lime juice and zest, white balsamic vinegar, and honey, spiced up with garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, and a touch of chili flakes. Smoked sea salt and black pepper provide the perfect seasoning balance.
The salad is hearty enough to stand alone as a meal or can be served as a side dish. After preparing the dressing and cooking the quinoa, simply toss everything together and let the flavors meld in the refrigerator until you’re ready to enjoy this refreshing and nutritious dish.
This recipe for Tangy Lime Grilled Chicken makes a delicious accompaniment!
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Chili Lime Quinoa Salad
Ingredients:
Dressing
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 lime, juice and zest
- 1 Tbsp white balsamic vinegar
- 1 Tbsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp smoked sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp chili flakes
Salad
- ½ cup quinoa, rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup grilled corn, cut from the cob
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
- ½ cup cucumber, chopped
- ¼ cup red onion, chopped
- ¼ cup cilantro, minced
- 1 jalapeno, minced (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, whisk together all salad dressing ingredients. Taste and adjust seasonings if desired.
- Add quinoa to a small pot with 1 cup of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all of the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- In a large bowl, mix together all salad ingredients, including cooled quinoa. Toss with dressing. Taste and adjust seasonings if desired. Store covered in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
This recipe for Tangy Lime Grilled Chicken makes a delicious accompaniment!
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