Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (200g) red beans, canned or soaked and boiled
  • 2 cups (300g) cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup (150g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup (100g) cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup (150g) bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small avocado, diced
  • 1 cup (50g) baby spinach or mixed greens
  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml) olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon (5g) Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water.
  2. Combine quinoa and water (2 cups) in a saucepan, bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer covered for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
  4. Fluff with fork and set aside.
  5. Chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and avocado.
  6. Rinse baby spinach or greens.
  7. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey (if using).
  8. Whisk together and season with salt and pepper.
  9. In serving bowls, layer cooked quinoa, red beans, and prepared veggies.
  10. Add spinach or greens on top.
  11. Drizzle with dressing before serving.