Description
Experience a burst of sunshine with this Tropical Quinoa Salad featuring juicy mango, hearty black beans, and fluffy quinoa. Perfect for summer barbecues or refreshing picnics, this vibrant salad brings together fresh ingredients for a delightful dish that is both nutritious and satisfying. Enjoy the tropical flavors and colorful presentation that will make any gathering feel like a beach party!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water until clear. In a pot, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes until water is absorbed.
- While quinoa cooks, prepare the veggies: dice mango, bell pepper, and onion.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked quinoa with mango, black beans, bell pepper, onion, and cilantro.
- Drizzle lime juice and olive oil over the mixture. Season with salt and pepper; toss gently to combine.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg