Monday, October 1, 2012

Quickie- Mexican Confetti Quinoa Salad

Mexican Confetti Quinoa Salad


Here is a recipe for a delicious Fast and Easy salad/side dish that takes only a few minutes to whip up. I made this to accompany our veggie burgers and it was a hit with everyone! I used some left over quinoa which I make in big batches and then divide it up and refrigerate, so that I am able to use it throughout the week. I have had variations of this salad before, and was inspired one day by Trader Joe's Black Bean and Roasted Corn fresh salsa...

  Quick and Easy Mexican Quinoa Salad

3 C. cooked and chilled quinoa
1 can organic black beans
1 C.  corn organic (frozen or 1 -15 oz. can)
1 red bell pepper (chopped)
1/2 small red onion (chopped)
1/2  jalapeno pepper chopped (optional)
juice of 1 fresh lime
1 tsp. chopped fresh cilantro or to taste
1 tsp. sea salt
1 container Trader Joe's Black Bean and Roasted corn Fresh Salsa


Place all of the ingredients in a bowl and toss! It's as simple as that!
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, the longer the better! 
Enjoy!
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1 comment:

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