Name: Easy Quinoa Salad Meal – Healthy, No-Cook Lunch Idea
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed; 2 cups water; 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 cup corn (grilled, canned, or thawed); 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; ¼ cup red onion, finely diced; ½ cup cilantro, chopped; 1 avocado, diced (add before serving)

Easy Quinoa Salad Meal – Healthy, No-Cook Lunch Idea

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A zesty, colorful Southwest quinoa salad packed with black beans, corn, fresh veggies, and a tangy lime-cumin dressing. Perfect for lunch, picnics, or healthy weeknight dinners.

Author: Maya Lawson
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4–6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cups water
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup corn (grilled, canned, or thawed)
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup red onion, finely diced
½ cup cilantro, chopped
1 avocado, diced (add before serving)

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Instructions

Cook quinoa: Combine with water, bring to a boil, cover, and simmer 15 minutes. Fluff and cool.
Make dressing: Whisk lime juice, cumin, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Combine salad ingredients in a large bowl.
Add dressing and toss to coat.
Fold in avocado just before serving. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Omit avocado for make-ahead meal prep.
Add grilled chicken or feta for extra protein.
Great as a taco filling or burrito bowl base.

Find it online: https://dryrecipes.com/easy-quinoa-salad-meal-healthy-no-cook-lunch-idea/