Mango Quinoa Black Bean Salad with Zesty Orange Dressing

Ingredients

• FOR THE SALAD:
• 1 cup Uncooked Quinoa, Rinsed And Drained
• 2 cups Water
• 1 whole Cucumber, Peeled And Chopped
• 1 can (15 Oz. Size) Black Beans, Rinsed And Drained
• 1 whole Red Bell Pepper, Stem And Seeds Removed Then Chopped
• 1 whole Mango (peeled, Pitted And Chopped)
• 3 Tablespoons Fresh Chopped Cilantro
• FOR THE DRESSING:
• 1 cup Orange Juice
• 4 teaspoons Minced Fresh Ginger
• 2 teaspoons Minced Garlic
• 6 Tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
• 2 whole Oranges, Zested
• 1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Salt And Pepper, to taste

Preparation Instructions

Place the quinoa in a medium size saucepan and add 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil. Cover the pan, reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes until all water is absorbed. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

In a large bowl place all of the remaining salad ingredients (except cilantro), then add quinoa.

In a small bowl mix whisk your dressing ingredients together. Pour 1/2 cup of your dressing over the quinoa and vegetables and mix in the chopped fresh cilantro. Season with salt and pepper if desired. Store the leftover dressing in a covered container in the refrigerator. Enjoy chilled or warm.

Recipe makes 4 servings (1-1/2 cup each) Calories per serving: 319* Fat: 3g* Fiber: 12g* Carbs: 59* Protein: 14g* Points+: 7*