Prep Time::20 mins
Cook Time::15 mins
Total Time::35 mins
Servings::6
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.
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Meanwhile, whisk olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and red pepper flakes together in a small bowl.
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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.
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Serve immediately or chill salad in the refrigerator.
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