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Black Bean & Mango Quinoa Salad

A super satisfying lunch, dinner or addition to your next potluck or bbq.

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6 people

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 cup black beans (drained & rinsed)
  • 1/2 c diced mango
  • 3/4 c diced red bell pepper (about 1 medium pepper)
  • 1/2 c corn (1 cobb)
  • 1/2 c chopped cilantro

Lime Vinaigrette

  • 3 tbsp lime juice (about 1 lime)
  • 2 tbsp evoo
  • 2 tbsp orange juice
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 2 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • pinch chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook the quinoa according to package instructions.  Let cool a bit.
  2. While the quinoa is cooking, make the vinaigrette.  Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl and mix until combined.  Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the almost cooled quinoa with the black beans, mango, bell pepper, and corn.  Add the vinaigrette & toss to combine.
  4. Add the cilantro and give it another good toss.

  5. Season to taste with more salt and pepper if desired & enjoy!

Recipe Notes

This salad will keep nicely in the refrigerator covered for about 4 days.  Serve cold or at room temperature.