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    Southwest Quinoa Salad

    Fluffy quinoa tossed with black beans, corn, avocado, and a zesty lime-cumin dressing.

    ⏱ 15 minPrep time
    🔥 15 minCook time
    🍽 6Servings
    🏷 Side DishCategory
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    Fluffy quinoa tossed with black beans, corn, avocado, and a zesty lime-cumin dressing.

    Protein-packed Southwest bowl

    Quinoa, black beans, corn, and avocado under a bright lime-cumin dressing — a salad that eats like a meal.

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    Step by stepInstructions

    1. Simmer the quinoa in the water until tender and fluffy, about 15 minutes; cool.
    2. Whisk all the dressing ingredients together.
    3. Toss the quinoa with the beans, corn, bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
    4. Pour the dressing over and toss well.
    5. Fold in the avocado just before serving.

    💡 Chef tips & storage

    Fluff the quinoa with a fork and let it cool completely so the salad isn't gluey. Add the avocado last so it stays bright.

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    Recipe details

    Prep15 min
    Cook15 min
    Servings6
    CategorySide Dish
    PublishedAugust 16, 2026
    Emily — the cook behind My Comfort Recipes

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