YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Fresh Quinoa and Black Bean Salad with Zesty Lime Dressing
Enjoy a vibrant and refreshing salad featuring a hearty base of quinoa and black beans, complemented by tender grilled chicken, crisp vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing. This colorful melange bursts with flavors and textures that harmonize to create a satisfying meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
INGREDIENTS
1 cup cooked quinoa (~185g)
1/2 cup black beans (~86g)
3 ounces grilled chicken breast (~85g)
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (~75g, halved)
1/2 medium red bell pepper (~50g, diced)
1/4 small red onion (~25g, finely chopped)
Juice of 1 lime (~44g)
1 teaspoon olive oil (~4.5g)
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
Pinch of salt
Pinch of black pepper
PREPARATION
Prepare the quinoa according to package instructions if not already cooked and let it cool slightly.
Rinse and drain the black beans.
Dice the grilled chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the red bell pepper, and finely chop the red onion and cilantro.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and red onion.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the flavors.
Sprinkle chopped cilantro on top and serve immediately or chill briefly before serving to enhance the flavors.