Quinoa & Black Bean Salad

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps

1. Rinse quinoa under cold water
2. In a pot, combine quinoa and water; bring to a boil
3. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed
4. Fluff quinoa with a fork and let it cool
5. In a large bowl, combine black beans, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro
6. Add cooled quinoa to the bowl
7. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper
8. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine
9. Serve chilled or at room temperature