quinoa and black bean salad recipe

5 smart points

This simple salad is fresh and flavorful, and makes a perfect side to just about any meal. It’s easy to make and requires minimal ingredients, but is filling and delicious!

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa uncooked

1 15oz can black beans drained and rinsed

1/3 cup cilantro finely chopped

1 tbsp olive oil

1 clove of garlic minced

Juice from 1 lime

Salt and pepper to taste

Servings: 6 servings

Instructions

Cook quinoa according to package directions. Transfer cooked quinoa to a medium sized bowl, and let cool for about 10 minutes.

Add in remaining ingredients, and toss well to combine. Serve at room temp.

Recipe Notes

Entire recipe makes 6 servings

Serving size is about 1/2 cup

Each serving = 5 Smart Points

PER SERVING: 188 calories; 4g fat; 0g saturated fat; 29g carbohydrates; 6.5g fiber; 1g sugar; 8g protein