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Wednesday, May 27, 2020

SOUTHWESTERN STYLE QUINOA SALAD



INGREDIENTS:

Quinoa
2 cups dry
Black beans
1 cup dry
Onion
1 medium finely chopped
Tomato
2 big finely chopped
Corn kernels
1 cup
Tomato paste
2 tbsp
Salt
To taste
Black pepper powder
½ tsp
Red chili powder
½ tsp
Cumin powder
1 tsp
Dried oregano
1 tsp
Coriander leaves
2 tbsp chopped
Lemon juice
1 tbsp
Avocado
To garnish
Oil
1 tbsp

METHOD:
  • Wash and soak the black beans overnight. Pressure cook the beans for 4-5 whistles. Drain off the water and keep the beans aside.
  • Wash the quinoa thoroughly and keep aside.
  • In a deep pan, add 1 tbsp oil. When oil heats, add finely chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
  • Add finely chopped tomatoes and salt. Sauté until the tomatoes are mushy.
  • Add the black beans, corn kernels, tomato paste, red chili powder, black pepper powder and cumin powder. Mix well and add 2.5 cups of water.
  • Once the water boils, add the washed quinoa and dried oregano. Mix well and turn the flame to simmer. Cover and cook for 15 mins.
  • After 15 mins, take off from the flame and rest for another 10 mins.
  • Add lemon juice, coriander leaves and mix well.
  • Garnish with avocado pieces and serve warm.



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