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30 Minute Loaded Quinoa Taco Salad

A quick and nutritious taco salad loaded with quinoa, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: main dish, Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Quinoa and Base
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup romaine lettuce chopped
Taco Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning store-bought or homemade
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
Toppings
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 cup sour cream optional

Method
 

Cook Quinoa
  1. In a medium pot, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
  2. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
Prepare Salad Base
  1. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, and romaine lettuce.
Make Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, taco seasoning, and lime juice.
  2. Pour dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Serve
  1. Top the salad with sliced avocado, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped cilantro, and sour cream if desired.
  2. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gFiber: 10gSugar: 3g

Notes

This salad can be customized with your favorite toppings such as jalapeños or salsa.

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