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RIO GRANDE QUINOA, BLACK BEAN AND CORN SALAD

Thu, 02/14/2013 - 18:49

Ingredients:

3 Tbs. lemon juice

3 Tbs. olive oil

3 Tbs. minced cilantro (I use much more than this, like 1/8-1/4 cup. You can substitute parsley)

1 cup fresh or frozen corn

1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed thoroughly

1/2 tsp cumin seeds, toasted

1 cup cooked black beans

1 medium fresh tomato, diced

3 Tbs. minced red onion (I usually put in 1/2 cup)

Directions:

Serves 4

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 15 minutes

1. Make dressing: whisk together lemon, olive oil, cilantro, salt & pepper.

2. Rinse quinoa several times in a sieve until the rinse water is fairly clear.

3. Drain quinoa and transfer to a 2 quart size saucepan.

4. Add 1 cup water, frozen corn, and cumin and stir.

5. Bring to a boil and simmer 10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.

6. Remove from heat and set aside for 5 minutes. Fluff and cool to room temperature.

7. Transfer to a serving bowl and add cooked beans, diced tomato, and minced onions to the quinoa and corn mixture.

8. Add dressing, toss, and then chill for several hours before serving.

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