Quinoa and Black Bean Salad with Chicken and Spinach
| Cook Time | 30 minutes |
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Ingredients
- ¾ cups uncooked quinoa
- 1½ cups low sodium chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh basil chopped
- 1 lemon juiced and zested
- 2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- Salt and pepper
- ½ cup diced tomatoes about 10 cherry tomatoes or 1 roma tomato
- 2 green onions sliced
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- 1 15-ounce can black beans rinsed and drained
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Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and chicken stock. Bring to a boil over medium high heat. Cover, reduce heat to simmer until broth is absorbed and quinoa is tender; about 15 minutes. Remove from heat.
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, basil, lemon zest, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Add dressing to quinoa and combine.*
- Add tomatoes, green onions, carrots, and black beans to quinoa mixture. Stir gently to combine. Serve warm, or store covered in refrigerator until chilled.
Recipe Notes
*The quinoa and dressing combination can be served warm as a side to any meal, but pairs well with chicken and fish entrees. **Serve quinoa salad with fresh spinach and 3-oz grilled chicken breast for added nutrition and protein.
Recipe by Amy Halfmann.
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