Jul 14 2026
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Creative / Innovative Food Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Cook Quinoa

    Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.

  2. 2

    Prepare Vegetables

    While the quinoa is cooking, chop the cherry tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Mix Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, chopped cherry tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro.

  4. 4

    Dress the Salad

    In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss gently to combine.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for an hour to let the flavors meld.

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