Ingredients
Instructions
- Prepare quinoa according to package directions.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa with red onion, orange segments, avocado, beans, corn, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
- For Vinaigrette: combine all ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well to combine.
- Pour vinaigrette over salad then stir to combine. Chill and serve or serve room temperature.
- TIP: To serve as a light lunch, add grilled shrimp or chicken.
Cooking with Quinoa
Quinoa, a versatile seed often likened to rice, serves as a canvas for an array of culinary masterpieces. Its inherent chewiness, delicate nutty undertones, and simple preparation make it a go-to ingredient, whether crafting adventurous, innovative recipes or embracing cherished, time-tested classics. What makes quinoa truly remarkable is its ability to absorb flavors and enhance dishes with its distinctive profile. Moreover, it's a nutritional powerhouse, boasting 6g of protein, 2mg of iron, and 300mg of potassium per serving!
Delve into the realm of possibilities - from the creative Mushroom Pancetta Quinoa Pizza to the satisfying simplicity of a Quinoa Taco Bowl. Learn more about this ancient grain with Quinoa 101.
Southwest Cuisine
Originating from the Southwest region, this fusion cuisine merges Mexican flavors with an American flair. This cuisine boasts rich ingredients and bold yet comforting flavors. Chilies, often the heart and soul of Southwestern dishes, infuse a spectrum of heat levels, from mild to fiery, while cumin adds earthy depth. Corn and black beans contribute sweetness and texture, complementing the robust spices. The cuisine's hallmark is its ability to blend elements of two cultures into dishes that are reminiscent of both yet distinctly its own.
Try your hand at our Tex-Mex Chicken Sauté, offering a fusion of succulent chicken, vibrant lime, and the warm spices of cumin and chilis paired with delightful orzo. For a heartier dish bursting with Southwestern flavors, indulge in our Southwest Chicken Rice Casserole.
Mediterranean Flavor
If you are craving Mediterranean food, take a look at one of our pearl couscous recipes.
