Turkey Quinoa Salad With Beans And Corn |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Nutrition abounds in this side-dish salad made from fiber-rich beans, protein-rich turkey, lutein-packed corn, bell peppers rich in vitamin C and also quinoa, an easy-to-prepare whole grain. Ingredients:
1 can (15 ounces) red kidney beans, rinsed and drained |
1 can (8 3/4 ounces) corn, drained |
1 can (5 ounces) canned turkey, drained |
1 small red bell pepper, chopped |
1/2 cup green onion, chopped 2 cups quinoa, cooked and cooled |
1/3 to 1/2 cup ranch dressing |
1/4 cup minced, fresh cilantro |
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies (optional) |
Directions:
1. Preparation Time: Approximately 10 minutes
2. Cook Time: Approximately 15 minutes
3. Preparation:
4. In a medium bowl, combine beans, corn, turkey, bell pepper and green onion. Add quinoa, dressing, cilantro, and if desired, green chilies. Toss gently to combine.
5. Servings: 8
6. Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories 210; Total fat 6g; Saturated fat 1g; Cholesterol 10mg; Sodium 410mg; Carbohydrate 30g; Fiber 6g; Protein 11g; Vitamin A 10%DV**; Vitamin C 50%DV; Calcium 4%DV; Iron 20%DV; Folate 11%DV; Potassium 11%DV *Can be substituted with cooked brown rice or whole-wheat couscous
7. **Daily Value
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