YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Fresh Quinoa and Black Bean Salad
Enjoy a vibrant, protein-packed salad combining fluffy quinoa with hearty black beans and edamame, accented by crisp red bell pepper, zesty red onion, and a boost of umami from nutritional yeast. Finished with a fresh splash of lime juice and bright cilantro, this salad delivers a satisfying mix of textures and flavors that's both nourishing and refreshing.
INGREDIENTS
1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
3/4 cup cooked black beans
1/2 cup shelled edamame
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup red onion, diced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tbsp nutritional yeast
1 tbsp lime juice
PREPARATION
Rinse the quinoa thoroughly and cook it according to package instructions; let it cool to room temperature.
Rinse the black beans under cold water if canned, and drain well.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, and shelled edamame.
Add the diced red bell pepper and red onion to the bowl.
Stir in the chopped cilantro and nutritional yeast.
Drizzle the lime juice over the salad and toss gently to mix all the ingredients evenly.
Adjust seasoning with a pinch of salt and pepper if desired, and serve immediately or chill for later enjoyment.