Quinoa Corn Salad

(Vegan)

  • 1⁄4 C quinoa (rinsed under water)
  • 1⁄2 C vegetable broth
  • 1 14 oz. can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tomato, seeded and diced
  • 1 C frozen baby corn (no need to cook)

Cook quinoa in broth for 12-15 minutes, until liquid is absorbed.

While grain cooks, mix dressing ingredients in a bowl.

Add beans, tomato and corn.

Cool grain to room temperature, then mix with other ingred.; chill until ready to eat.

Serves 4

This can be used as a side or a meal.

Dressing:

  • 3 Tbs. fresh lemon juice (about the juice of one lemon)
  • 1 Tbs. olive oil
  • 2 Tbs. fresh cilantro, lightly chopped
  • 1 green onion, chopped
  • 1 tsp. minced garlic
  • 1 tsp. cumin