Chili Mango Zesty Quinoa Salad
Chili Mango Zesty Quinoa Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the best summer flavors in one bowl. This delightful salad features a medley of crunchy spinach, creamy avocado, and zesty chili lime mango, creating an explosion of flavor with every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this nutrient-rich meal is quick to prepare and visually appealing, making it a favorite among salad enthusiasts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup dry quinoa
- 2–3 cups chopped spinach
- 1 large ripe mango
- 1 medium avocado
- 1/2 cup cooked black beans
- 10 medium grape tomatoes
- 1/4 cup canned corn (drained)
- Ancho chili powder and cayenne pepper for seasoning
- Avocado lime dressing (or fresh lime juice)
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water and cook according to package directions. Once cooked, stir in ancho chili powder and salt.
- Chop spinach into bite-sized pieces and slice the grape tomatoes, mango, and avocado.
- In serving bowls, layer chopped spinach, sliced tomatoes, black beans, corn, cooked quinoa, mango slices, and avocado.
- Season mango with remaining chili powder and cayenne; drizzle with avocado lime dressing or squeeze fresh lime juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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