Recipes Salad Grains Quinoa Salad Recipes Zesty Quinoa Salad 4.8 (1,517) 1,106 Reviews 234 Photos This quinoa salad is a great summertime recipe (or anytime you want to feel like it's summertime). Light and citrusy, it's a whole new way to enjoy quinoa. Lime juice and cilantro give a refreshing kick, while quinoa and black beans provide tasty vegan protein. If you're not vegan, add even more protein by adding chunks of chicken or turkey. This salad tastes great right away and even better the next day when all the flavors have had the chance to marry. Recipe by scrumdiddly Updated on October 12, 2023 Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen The Allrecipes Test Kitchen staff are a team of culinary pros who make and vet recipes using only equipment you'd find in a home kitchen. Staff credentials vary but include training at the Culinary Institute of America; kitchen stints in fine dining restaurants; and countless hours in the test kitchen itself. Meet the Allrecipes Test Kitchen Save Saved! View All Saved Items Rate Print Share Add Photo 234 234 234 234 Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings: 6 Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients 2 cups water 1 cup quinoa ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 limes, juiced 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more to taste 1 ½ cups halved cherry tomatoes 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed 5 green onions, finely chopped ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro salt and ground black pepper to taste Directions Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 10 to 15 minutes. Set aside to cool. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Meanwhile, whisk olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and red pepper flakes together in a small bowl. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Combine quinoa, tomatoes, black beans, and green onions in a large bowl. Pour dressing over quinoa mixture; toss to coat. Stir in cilantro; season with salt and black pepper. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator. DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS I Made It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 270 Calories 12g Fat 34g Carbs 9g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 6 Calories 270 % Daily Value * Total Fat 12g 15% Saturated Fat 1g 7% Sodium 675mg 29% Total Carbohydrate 34g 12% Dietary Fiber 8g 30% Total Sugars 2g Protein 9g Vitamin C 15mg 73% Calcium 51mg 4% Iron 2mg 12% Potassium 403mg 9% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved