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Quinoa and Black Bean Salad Recipe

Quinoa and Black Bean Salad Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 cup quinoa, washed and drained
2 cups water
1/4 cup olive oil
2 fresh limes , juice of
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1 (15 oz) 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

Directions:

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.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	230.92 Kcal (967 kJ)
Calories from fat	100.41 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	11.16g	17%
Sodium	6.08mg	0%
Potassium	278.54mg	6%
Total Carbs	28.46g	9%
Sugars	3.43g	14%
Dietary Fiber	3.67g	15%
Protein	5.41g	11%
Vitamin C	8.3mg	14%
Iron	2.2mg	12%
Calcium	43.3mg	4%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	107.83 Kcal (451 kJ)
Calories from fat	46.89 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.21g	17%
Sodium	2.84mg	0%
Potassium	130.07mg	6%
Total Carbs	13.29g	9%
Sugars	1.6g	14%
Dietary Fiber	1.72g	15%
Protein	2.53g	11%
Vitamin C	3.9mg	14%
Iron	1mg	12%
Calcium	20.2mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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