YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Hearty Quinoa and Black Bean Salad with Zesty Lime
A vibrant and satisfying salad featuring fluffy quinoa, hearty black beans, and cubes of firm tofu, tossed with crunchy pumpkin seeds and crisp red bell pepper and red onion. Finished with a fresh lime-cilantro dressing, this dish offers a delightful balance of textures and zesty brightness that makes it a perfect, protein-packed meal.
INGREDIENTS
0.5 cup cooked quinoa
1 cup black beans
3.5 ounces firm tofu
0.5 ounce pumpkin seeds
0.25 cup diced red bell pepper
0.25 cup diced red onion
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tbsp lime juice
0.5 tsp olive oil
PREPARATION
Prepare the quinoa according to package directions if not already cooked and allow it to cool to room temperature.
Drain and rinse the black beans thoroughly.
Cut the firm tofu into small cubes.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, tofu cubes, diced red bell pepper, and red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, and chopped cilantro to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until all ingredients are well combined.
Sprinkle the pumpkin seeds over the salad for an added crunch and serve immediately or refrigerate for flavors to meld.