ZESTY MEXICAN QUINOA SALAD

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Make and share this Zesty Mexican Quinoa Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by sharikasree7

Categories     Mexican

Time 1h30m

Yield 2 2, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces quinoa
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can pinto beans
1 (5 ounce) can chicken
1/2 cup cooked corn
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 clove fresh minced garlic
1/2-3/4 cup mild salsa
1/2 teaspoon salt & pepper, to taste
1/2 cup sliced avocado (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Fluff quinoa with fork. Combine beans, chicken, corn, bell pepper, lime juice, cilantro and garlic.
  • Add to quinoa. Mix gently but thoroughly.
  • Add desired amount of salsa, salt and pepper.
  • Garnish with avocado slices. Chill and dig in!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1007.9, Fat 25.3, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 53.2, Sodium 450.9, Carbohydrate 147.9, Fiber 32.7, Sugar 5.6, Protein 52.4

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