Appetizer: Blackbean and Quinoa Salad

A very flavorful dish that is simple to make, high in protein and very low in fat.

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 30 mins

Total Time: 40 mins

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic
2 cups chicken broth
1/4 tsp ground cumin
1 tbsp paprika
1 cup corn
1 1/2 cups black beans
1/2 cup cilantro
1 cup cooked quinoa

Instructions

1. Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

2. Stir in the onion and garlic, and saute until lightly browned.

3. Mix quinoa into the saucepan and cover with chicken/vegetable broth.

4. Season with cumin, paprika, cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

5. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes.

6. Stir frozen corn into the saucepan, and continue to simmer about 5 minutes until heated through.

7. Mix in the black beans and cilantro.

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