JUST NOT MAINSTREAM

A very light and citrusy, enjoy the lime juice and cilantro as it gives a refreshing kick, while the quinoa and black beans provide tasty earthy protein.

 

Prep 20m Cook 10m

 

Ingredients:

 

• 1 cup quinoa

• 2 cups water

• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

• 2 limes, juices

• 2 teaspoons ground cumin

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more to taste

• 1 1/2 cups halved cherry tomatoes

• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed

• 5 green onions, finely chopped

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

• salt and ground black pepper to taste

 

Directions:

 

Bring quinoa and water 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.

 

Whisk olive oil, lime juice, cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, and red pepper flakes together in a bowl.

 

Combine quinoa, tomatoes, black beans, and green onions together in a bowl. Pour dressing over quinoa mixture; toss to coat. Stir in cilantro; season with salt and black pepper. Serve immediately or chill in refrigerator.