This Mexican quinoa salad lunch recipe has it all. It has the colors, a great texture, and full of flavor. This quinoa salad is naturally gluten free, vegan, and dairy-free recipe which is a healthy treat with delicious taste. This salad recipe is a perfect dish for a perfect lunch.
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As we have the end of the year, so now I am seriously planning for my new year. Which are personal :). One of my goals for next year is to reduce some of my weight. I am planning to start meditating and doing yoga for better health and peace of mind. You should also plan for your next year and enjoy this healthy and delicious quinoa salad and serve with your family.

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6 | 10minutes | 15minutes | 30minutes |
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6 | 10minutes |
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- 1 1/2 cups cooked quinoa
- 1 1/2 cups cooked black beans drained and rinsed (1 can)
- 1 cup corn organic frozen and thawed
- 1 tomato seeded and diced
- 1/2 red onion sliced thin
- 2 tablespoons pickled jalapeño diced
- 4 organic corn tortillas
- Dressing:
- 1/4 cup lime juice fresh
- 1/2 chipotle chilli adobo sauce The dish will be HOT if you use 1
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup cilantro chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey or agave nectar
- 1 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- For serving:
- 1 avocado diced
- For serving:
- 1 avocado diced
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Nutrition Facts
How to Make Mexican Quinoa Salad Lunch Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 448 Calories from Fat 162
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 11g
Sodium 672mg 28%
Potassium 1087mg 31%
Total Carbohydrates 66g 22%
Dietary Fiber 14g 56%
Sugars 10g
Protein 12g 24%
Vitamin A 13%
Vitamin C 45%
Calcium 5%
Iron 22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, tomato, red onion and pickled jalapeño.
- Slice corn tortillas into thin strips.
- Spray a baking sheet with olive oil and add tortilla strips.
- Spray again.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper if desired.
- Bake for 10-15 minute, until crispy. (Check often to make sure the tortillas don't burn - I was using homemade tortillas and they took closer to 15 minutes. I'm guessing store bought may not take as long.)
- Meanwhile, in a blender or food processor, combine lime juice, chipotle Chile, garlic, cilantro, olive oil, honey or agave nectar, cumin and sea salt. Process until mixture is smooth.
- Toss desired amount of dressing with the quinoa mixture.
- Plate quinoa and top with avocado and tortilla strips. (If making ahead, wait to put avocado and tortilla strips on at the last minute. Store leftover tortilla strips in an airtight bag, and return to oven to crisp if desired prior to serving.)
Serve and Enjoy with your family.
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