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Southwestern Quinoa with Chili-Lime Dressing

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Original recipe calls for 3 tablespoons of lime juice. I like a lot of lime juice, so I usually use the juice of 5 to 6 limes. Black quinoa is difficult to find so I substitute with white quinoa.

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Cuisine: American-SouthMain Ingredient: Quinoa

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Servings          
Original recipe makes 8 Servings
3 tablespoonsFresh lime juice
1/2 cupExtra virgin olive oil
1 PinchKosher Salt
Few GrindsFreshly ground pepper
1 teaspoonChili powder
3 TspHoney
2 CupsBlack Quinoa; Cooked
1 CanBlack beans
2 EachPlum tomatoes; Seeded and chopped
1 CupCorn kernels; Fresh or frozen
2 EachScallions; White and green parts sliced
1/2 CupRed bell pepper; Chopped
1/4 CupRed onion; Chopped
1/2 CupCilantro, loosely packed; Chop coarsely

Southwestern Quinoa with Chili-Lime Dressing Preparation

In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, chili powder, and honey until emulsified. Combine remaining ingredients in a large bowl along with the dressing and gently fold together until well mixed and evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately or refrigerate.

Notes

Try adding other veggies, such as raw zucchini.

Try topping with sliced avocado.

Add a protein, such as chicken, shrimp or tofu, to make a complete meal.

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    • Calories Per Serving: 188
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