Mexican Quinoa Salad

Mexican Quinoa Salad

Mexican Quinoa Salad

Calories

190

Prep this protein-rich dish as a batch recipe (makes 7 cups at 190 calories per cup) to eat throughout the week, (try adding a cup to a bowl of lettuce and/or spinach for a delish salad), or bring it to your next gathering. This recipe can be used in Phase 2 and makes 7 servings at 190 calories per cup.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup canned corn

  • 1, 15-oz. can black beans, rinsed

  • 3 cups cooked quinoa (from 1 cup uncooked)

  • 1 cup salsa (choose your favorite)

  • 1 Tbs ground cumin

  • Cilantro to garnish (optional)

  • ¼ cup queso fresco (optional)

Directions

  1. Prepare quinoa based on box directions.

  2. Preheat a large skillet over medium heat, spray with olive oil spray. Add corn and black beans. Cook until corn is tender, about 3 minutes.

  3. Stir in salsa and cook until everything is combined and quinoa begins to dry out a little more, about 2 minutes.

  4. Remove from heat and let cool for 5-10 minutes.

  5. Garnish with fresh, chopped cilantro, if using, then serve!
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