Black Bean Quinoa Salad
This quinoa salad with black beans, cilantro, and cucumber is ready in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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2 cups water
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1 cup quinoa, rinsed
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¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
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¼ cup lime juice
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2 teaspoons ground cumin
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
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1 ½ cups diced cucumber
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¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
Description
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Bring water and 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, 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside to cool.
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Whisk olive oil, lime juice, cumin, and 1 teaspoon salt together in a bowl to make dressing.
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Combine cooled quinoa, black beans, and cucumber in a large bowl. Pour in dressing and toss to coat. Stir in cilantro and season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate or serve immediately.
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