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This Corn and Black Bean Quinoa Salad is hearty, on the healthier side, and perfect for a light meal. Quinoa is tossed with black beans, fresh corn, cilantro and tomatoes, and then tossed in a light white balsamic dressing. Loaded with flavor and ready in less than 30 minutes, this simple salad is perfect for lunch or dinner!

Quinoa Black Bean Corn Salad

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This Quinoa Black Bean Corn Salad is hearty and on the healthier side. Plus, it's loaded with flavor and ready in less than 30 minutes!
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword black bean recipe, corn recipe, quinoa recipe, quinoa salad
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 328
Author Gayle

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dry quinoa
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth (vegetable broth or water may be used instead)
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans , drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro , chopped
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup white balsamic vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  • In a medium pot, cook quinoa according to packaged directions, using chicken broth for liquid, if desired.
  • While quinoa is cooking, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Whisk thoroughly. Taste and add more white balsamic vinegar and/or olive oil, if desired.
  • Once quinoa is cooked, add to a large bowl. Pour dressing over quinoa and toss to coat. Add black beans, corn, tomatoes, and cilantro. Toss to coat.
  • Add crumbled feta and lightly combine. Add more salt and pepper, if needed. Serve hot or cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 328kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 47mg | Potassium: 524mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 351IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 3mg