Ingredients

The following ingredients have 5 Servings
  • 1/2 cup red quinoa (or sprouted quinoa)
  • 1 cup water
  • Juice and zest of one lime, about 1.5-2 oz. juice, and 1-2 teaspoons zest
  • Kosher or sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts)
  • 1 cup roasted red/yellow bell peppers, chopped
  • 1.5 to 2 cups cups cooked black beans
  • 1/4 cup picked fresh cilantro, roughly chopped

Instruction

  • Bring the quinoa and water to a boil in a small saucepan. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for about 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
  • In a large serving bowl, whisk the lime juice with the zest, a pinch or two of salt, the chili powder, chipotle powder, and the cumin. Add the olive oil and whisk until the dressing comes together.
  • Add the quinoa to the dressing and toss. Add the scallions, red peppers, black beans, and cilantro and toss well to combine. Garnish with additional cilantro and lime zest, if desired.