Southwest Quinoa Salad - GF
Southwest Quinoa Salad
This vibrant, protein-packed salad starts with fluffy white quinoa simmered in vegetable broth and tossed with black beans, sweet corn, juicy grape tomatoes, orange bell pepper, scallions, and crumbled cotija cheese. Finished with a zesty lime-cumin vinaigrette and fresh oregano, it's a bold and satisfying meal on its own or the perfect side for any summer spread.
Add even More Protein with Chicken or Steak
Protein: 17g per serving
🌿 Ingredient Health Benefits:
🥣 Quinoa
* Complete plant protein (contains all 9 essential amino acids)
* High in fiber, iron, and magnesium
* Naturally gluten-free and supports blood sugar control
🫘 Black Beans
* Rich in plant-based protein and soluble fiber
* Great source of folate, iron, and antioxidants
* Supports heart and digestive health
🌽 Fresh Corn
* High in fiber and natural sweetness
* Provides B vitamins and lutein for eye health
* Adds texture and energy-rich carbs
🫑 Orange Bell Pepper
* Loaded with vitamin C (more than oranges!)
* Contains beta-carotene and antioxidants
* Crunchy and hydrating
🍅 Grape Tomatoes
* Rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that protects against cell damage
* High in vitamin C and potassium
* Low in calories, high in flavor
🧀 Cotija Cheese
* Adds calcium and flavor in small amounts
* Aged cheese with a bold, salty punch—so a little goes a long way
🧄 Garlic & Cumin
* Garlic is anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting
* Cumin aids digestion and adds earthy depth
🌿 Oregano
* High in antioxidants and anti-microbial compounds
* Adds vibrant, herbaceous notes to balance the dressing
🍋 Lime Juice
* Brightens flavor without calories
* High in vitamin C and aids iron absorption
🫒 Olive Oil
* Heart-healthy fats
* Anti-inflammatory and supports skin + brain health
Southwest Quinoa Salad
This vibrant, protein-packed salad starts with fluffy white quinoa simmered in vegetable broth and tossed with black beans, sweet corn, juicy grape tomatoes, orange bell pepper, scallions, and crumbled cotija cheese. Finished with a zesty lime-cumin vinaigrette and fresh oregano, it's a bold and satisfying meal on its own or the perfect side for any summer spread.
Add even More Protein with Chicken or Steak
Protein: 17g per serving
🌿 Ingredient Health Benefits:
🥣 Quinoa
* Complete plant protein (contains all 9 essential amino acids)
* High in fiber, iron, and magnesium
* Naturally gluten-free and supports blood sugar control
🫘 Black Beans
* Rich in plant-based protein and soluble fiber
* Great source of folate, iron, and antioxidants
* Supports heart and digestive health
🌽 Fresh Corn
* High in fiber and natural sweetness
* Provides B vitamins and lutein for eye health
* Adds texture and energy-rich carbs
🫑 Orange Bell Pepper
* Loaded with vitamin C (more than oranges!)
* Contains beta-carotene and antioxidants
* Crunchy and hydrating
🍅 Grape Tomatoes
* Rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that protects against cell damage
* High in vitamin C and potassium
* Low in calories, high in flavor
🧀 Cotija Cheese
* Adds calcium and flavor in small amounts
* Aged cheese with a bold, salty punch—so a little goes a long way
🧄 Garlic & Cumin
* Garlic is anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting
* Cumin aids digestion and adds earthy depth
🌿 Oregano
* High in antioxidants and anti-microbial compounds
* Adds vibrant, herbaceous notes to balance the dressing
🍋 Lime Juice
* Brightens flavor without calories
* High in vitamin C and aids iron absorption
🫒 Olive Oil
* Heart-healthy fats
* Anti-inflammatory and supports skin + brain health
Southwest Quinoa Salad
This vibrant, protein-packed salad starts with fluffy white quinoa simmered in vegetable broth and tossed with black beans, sweet corn, juicy grape tomatoes, orange bell pepper, scallions, and crumbled cotija cheese. Finished with a zesty lime-cumin vinaigrette and fresh oregano, it's a bold and satisfying meal on its own or the perfect side for any summer spread.
Add even More Protein with Chicken or Steak
Protein: 17g per serving
🌿 Ingredient Health Benefits:
🥣 Quinoa
* Complete plant protein (contains all 9 essential amino acids)
* High in fiber, iron, and magnesium
* Naturally gluten-free and supports blood sugar control
🫘 Black Beans
* Rich in plant-based protein and soluble fiber
* Great source of folate, iron, and antioxidants
* Supports heart and digestive health
🌽 Fresh Corn
* High in fiber and natural sweetness
* Provides B vitamins and lutein for eye health
* Adds texture and energy-rich carbs
🫑 Orange Bell Pepper
* Loaded with vitamin C (more than oranges!)
* Contains beta-carotene and antioxidants
* Crunchy and hydrating
🍅 Grape Tomatoes
* Rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that protects against cell damage
* High in vitamin C and potassium
* Low in calories, high in flavor
🧀 Cotija Cheese
* Adds calcium and flavor in small amounts
* Aged cheese with a bold, salty punch—so a little goes a long way
🧄 Garlic & Cumin
* Garlic is anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting
* Cumin aids digestion and adds earthy depth
🌿 Oregano
* High in antioxidants and anti-microbial compounds
* Adds vibrant, herbaceous notes to balance the dressing
🍋 Lime Juice
* Brightens flavor without calories
* High in vitamin C and aids iron absorption
🫒 Olive Oil
* Heart-healthy fats
* Anti-inflammatory and supports skin + brain health
