Tomato and Black Bean Quinoa
Nancy Loranger
Delicious side dish for BBQ chicken or beef. Also a healthy, filling option for lunch on the go (like when you are a teacher, stuck in a classroom with no break!)
ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 teaspoons grated lime zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 (14- to 15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup feta cheese, cubed
- 4 scallions, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
directions
- 1
1. Cook quinoa according to package directions. Let cool in the fridge while putting together other ingredients.
- 2
2. Whisk together lime zest and juice, oil, sugar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- 3
3. Add quinoa to dressing and toss until dressing is absorbed, then stir in remaining ingredients. Add more salt and pepper to taste.
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