Quinoa and Bean Salad
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup rinsed quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 can of kidney beans
- 1 cup of frozen corn
- 1 red pepper, finely chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ⅓ cup cilantro, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons gluten-free, casein-free balsamic vinegar
- ½ cup of olive oil
- 2 tablespoons of cumin
- Salt to taste
Rinse the quinoa under cold running water until the water runs clear.
In a medium saucepan, place quinoa and water. Turn on medium heat and cook 10–15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed. Fluff with fork.
Combine quinoa with remaining ingredients. Mix thoroughly, chill, and serve.
YIELDS 6 CUPS (6 SERVINGS)
Calories: 443 | Fat: 22 g | Protein: 11 g | Fiber: 7 g
Quinoa Is a Complete Protein!
Protein is made up of tiny particles called amino acids. There are nine essential amino acids that our bodies need to obtain from food, since our bodies do not make them. Quinoa contains all nine of these essential amino acids! As long as your family eats a variety of food, you should be getting enough protein without worrying about combining foods to make complete proteins.
