Quinoa and Black Bean Salad

Portion Size: 1 cup 

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
1 cup quinoa, uncooked 
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups lower sodium vegetable broth 
1 small red pepperWash, trim and dice
¼ cup small red onionWash, trim and mince
1 cup frozen sweet white corn
2 (15 oz.) can  no added salt black beansDrained and rinsed 
16 oz. firm tofuCut into ½ inch cubes
¼ Cup cilantroWash, trim and chopped
1 large red tomato Wash, trim and diced
¼ cup fresh lemon or lime juice
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon cumin 
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Heat the 1-tablespoon oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. 
2Add the tofu and stir-fry until golden brown. Remove the tofu and set aside. 
3Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water and drain.
4Add 1-tablespoon olive oil to large saucepan. Add quinoa and stir. Heat stirring for about 3 minutes.  
5Pour in broth , coverand bring to a boil. 
6Reduce heat to low and simmer until the quinoa has absorbed all the broth, about 10 minutes. 
7Cool quinoa in refrigerator for at least 10 minutes.
8In a large bowl, add quinoa, red pepper, red onion, tofu, black beans, cilantro, tomato, juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin and stir.
9Add salt and pepper to taste. Chill. Serve cold.

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates