Vibrant Southwestern Quinoa Salad
Ingredients List
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1 cup quinoa
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1 tablespoon butter
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2 cups chicken broth
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½ cup diced green bell pepper
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½ cup diced red onion
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1 cup corn
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1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
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¼ cup chopped cilantro
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1 large tomato, diced
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½ cup fresh lime juice, or to taste
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2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon adobo seasoning
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½ cup feta cheese
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salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Thoroughly rinse the quinoa under cold water, then drain well.
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In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir quinoa occasionally until the water evaporates and the quinoa is lightly toasted, about 3 minutes. Add chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes. Allow the quinoa to cool in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes.
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In a large bowl, combine the green bell pepper, red onion, corn, black beans, cilantro, tomato, lime juice, red wine vinegar, olive oil, adobo seasoning, and crumbled feta cheese.
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Gently fold in the cooled quinoa. Season the salad with salt, pepper, and additional lime juice to taste. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving, and serve cold.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 195 | Calories |
| 10g | Fat |
| 22g | Carbs |
| 6g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
| Calories 195 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 10g | 13% |
| Saturated Fat 4g | 19% |
| Cholesterol 18mg | 6% |
| Sodium 197mg | 9% |
| Total Carbohydrate 22g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber 3g | 12% |
| Total Sugars 3g | |
| Protein 6g | 13% |
| Vitamin C 18mg | 19% |
| Calcium 91mg | 7% |
| Iron 1mg | 3% |
| Potassium 189mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5