Looking for a new way to use quinoa? This recipe for Black Bean Quinoa Salad knocks it out of the park.... and it's vegan friendly!
I've partnered with Mirum Shopper to share this Black Bean and Quinoa Salad Recipe.
With our New Year resolutions still in full swing, we've been trying to eat better foods with better quality ingredients. This isn't always the easiest with two toddlers who want all the processed foods we can fit into our grocery cart. Fortunately, they're good about eating the meals I prepare, so I try to use the best ingredients possible. That's why I was thrilled to see new Hellmann's Vegan on the shelves at our local Target.
Now, I can make my family's favorite meals using Hellmann's certified vegan dressing. It's got the same rich, creamy taste that you'd expect from Hellmann's, but it’s eggless, cholesterol-free with only 10g of fat per serving, and made with non-GMO sourced ingredients. No matter what you're making - from potato salad to a salty sweet sandwich to the best chocolate raspberry cake you've ever had (and yes, mayo is the secret ingredient),  you'll love this new vegan option that tastes divine.
If you want to increase your family's wholesome ingredient and fiber intake, check out this recipe for black bean quinoa salad. I'm sure you've seen the quinoa craze lately, and there's good reason for it. It's gluten-free, high in protein and contains all nine essential amino acids.
My daughter absolutely loves corn and avocado so I knew this dish would be a hit with her. It's perfect for lunch or a side dish and she gobbles it up!
Black Bean Quinoa Salad
Black Bean and Quinoa Salad Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 1 can 15 oz. black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 avocado chopped
- ½ cup chopped red onion
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup Hellmann’s® or Best Foods® Vegan Carefully Crafted Dressing and Sandwich Spread
- 1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
- ½ tsp. hot pepper sauce
Instructions
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Cook corn in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until lightly toasted, about 3 minutes.
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Combine corn with remaining ingredients in large bowl.
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Serve chilled or at room temperature.
This black bean quinoa salad recipe is exactly what I've been looking for to introduce my kids to quinoa. I can definitely see this being a hit all spring and summer long too at family get-togethers and cookouts.
I love that I can now make our favorite sandwiches, salads and more with the new Hellmann's Vegan dressing.
Which of your favorite recipes are you excited to make with this new Hellmann's Vegan dressing?
Will you by trying this black bean quinoa salad?
Disclosure: Post sponsored by Mirum Shopper. Opinions are 100% my own
Amber Ludwig says
Omgosh this sounds amazing!! Looks seriously fabulous too!! I love all the fresh, gorgeous and colorful ingredients!! I will have to try that mayo!! I am a glorified mayo fanatic lol!!
Mia says
I really like the mix of ingredients. Tasty and healthy.
Mary Dailey says
I will have to try this! It has all the ingredients I love, especially black beans!
Janessa Solem says
This looks SO yummy! I'm definitely going to try it!
gloria patterson says
I have eaten a lot of bean and quinoa salads and love them.............. But have never made them with mayo... this would also be good with tuna
Julie says
This looks so good and really refreshing! I love all the colors in it.
Caroline Duggan says
My husband and I just added quinoa in our diets and we LOVE IT! It can basically be added to any meal and it's so good for you. Definitely going to try this out!
Cindy S. says
Oh my gosh this looks sooo delicious. I am pinning now for future reference. Such a healthy option.
Leigh K. says
Looks like a delicious and healthy recipe. I really enjoy quinoa.
Lauryn R says
This salad sounds delicious! I love a good salad, especially because there are so many different flavor combinations and they are always healthy! 🙂 Thanks for sharing this recipe, I can't wait to try it!