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Quinoa is one of the best plant sources of protein and a rich source of the amino acid lysine. It's also gluten-free and rich in magnesium, iron, folate, and zinc. Technically, quinoa is a seed, but it cooks like a grain and can be made into flour. Ingredients:
1 cup quinoa |
15 ounce organic black beans,rinsed and drained |
1 cup carrots, julienned |
3/4 cup yellow sweet pepper, chopped |
1/3 cup chopped red onion |
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped |
1/4 cup snipped fresh cilantro |
1/4 cup organic olive oil |
1 teaspoon lime zest,finely shredded |
3 tablespoons lime juice |
1 teaspoon salt |
1 teaspoon ground cumin |
Directions:
1. 1. Place quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer. Rinse under cold running water; drain.
2. 2. In a medium saucepan bring 21/2 cups water to boiling. Add quinoa. Return to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
3. 3. Drain in the fine-mesh strainer. Rinse with cold water; drain again. Place in a large bowl.
4. 4. Add beans, carrots, sweet pepper, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro to bowl.
5. 5.0For dressing, in a small bowl stir together oil, lime peel, lime juice, salt, and cumin. Add to vegetable mixture. Toss to coat.
6. 6.Cover and chill for 2 to 24 hours. Makes 8 to 10 side-dish servings
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