Black Bean Quinoa Salad

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1 cup quinoa , rinsed
• 0.25 cups extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cups lime juice
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 , 15 ounce
• 1.5 cups diced cucumber
• 0.25 cups chopped fresh cilantro
• salt and ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring water and and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside to cool.

2. 2

   Whisk olive oil, lime juice, cumin, and 1 teaspoon salt together in a bowl to make dressing.

3. 3

   Combine cooled quinoa, black beans, and cucumber in a large bowl. Pour in dressing and toss to coat. Stir in cilantro and season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate or serve immediately.