Vegetarian Quinoa Delight

About this recipe

This Vegetarian Quinoa Delight brings bold flavors and balanced nutrition together in one dish. With colorful vegetables, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime dressing, this salad is perfect for a refreshing lunch or a light dinner. Enjoy the textures and tastes of fresh produce combined with the protein-packed goodness of quinoa and black beans.

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1 small red onion, diced
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Rinse and cook quinoa according to package instructions.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black beans, and diced vegetables.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and black pepper.

4. 4

   Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss gently.

5. 5

   Add diced avocado and cilantro, toss again carefully.

6. 6

   Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator before serving.