How to Make Southwestern Quinoa Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad that's perfect for a summer potluck or a light lunch, then this Southwestern quinoa salad is just the ticket. Packed with protein-rich quinoa, colorful veggies, and a zesty lime dressing, this salad is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters.

Quinoa is a superfood that's become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason. Not only is it high in protein, but it's also a good source of fiber, making it a nutritious and f...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup diced green bell pepper
  • ½ cup diced red onion
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 large tomato, diced
  • ½ cup fresh lime juice, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon adobo seasoning
  • ½ cup feta cheese
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Rinse quinoa thoroughly under cold water; drain.
  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir quinoa until water evaporates and quinoa is lightly toasted, about 3 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until quinoa has absorbed broth, about 10 minutes. Cool quinoa in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes.
  • Mix together green bell pepper, red onion, corn, black beans, cilantro, tomato, lime juice, red wine vinegar, olive oil, adobo seasoning, and feta cheese in a large salad bowl.
  • Lightly stir in quinoa; season with salt, pepper, and additional lime juice to taste. Chill salad at least 30 minutes before serving; serve cold.
  • Nutrition

    195 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 18mg
    • Sodium: 197mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 91mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 189mg