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8) Quinoa, Mango & Black Bean Salad

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 large ripe mango diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  2. Bring quinoa and water to a boil in a medium pot.
  3. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and cool.
  5. In a large bowl, combine quinoa, black beans, mango, bell pepper, onion, and cilantro.
  6. Whisk lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  7. Pour dressing over salad and stir well. Chill for 30 minutes before serving.