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Quinoa Taco Salad

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Tablespoon Kitchens
Updated Nov 13, 2018
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This protein-packed quinoa taco salad is also packed with flavor, thanks to taco salad staples like avocado, tomato and cilantro. Taco-seasoned quinoa steps in for ground beef, making this version just as hearty as the classic. Drizzle a honey-lime vinaigrette over the top, and you have yourself a healthier lunch that you’ll look forward to all day long.

Quinoa Taco Salad

  • Prep Time 30 min
  • Total 50 min
  • Servings 4
  • Ingredients 15
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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons seeded, finely chopped serrano chile (about 1 medium)
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
  • 1 cup white quinoa, thoroughly rinsed and drained
  • 1 packet (1 oz) Old El Paso™ Original Taco Seasoning Mix
  • 1 1/2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
  • 1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
  • 4 teaspoons fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3/4 cup diced tomato
  • 1 medium avocado, pitted, peeled and diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  • Step 
    1
    In 2-quart saucepan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Cook serrano chile and garlic in oil 2 to 3 minutes or until softened and fragrant. Add quinoa and taco seasoning mix; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in broth; heat to simmering. Cover; reduce heat to medium-low, and cook 18 to 20 minutes or until liquid has been absorbed. Transfer to serving bowl; stir in beans, and let stand at room temperature 15 minutes. If making ahead, cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Step 
    2
    Meanwhile, in small bowl, beat lime juice, honey and salt with whisk. Slowly beat in olive oil; reserve to use as dressing.
  • Step 
    3
    Top quinoa mixture with tomato, avocado and red onion. Drizzle with dressing; sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition

430 Calories
19g Total Fat
13g Protein
54g Total Carbohydrate
5g Sugars

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories
430
Calories from Fat
170
Total Fat
19g
28%
Saturated Fat
2 1/2g
13%
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
0mg
0%
Sodium
1240mg
52%
Potassium
520mg
15%
Total Carbohydrate
54g
18%
Dietary Fiber
11g
44%
Sugars
5g
Protein
13g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
8%
8%
Vitamin C
10%
10%
Calcium
6%
6%
Iron
25%
25%
Exchanges:
2 1/2 Starch; 0 Fruit; 1 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 1/2 Vegetable; 1/2 Very Lean Meat; 0 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 3 1/2 Fat;
Carbohydrate Choice
3 1/2
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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