Black Bean Quinoa Salad

I posted a picture on IG and FB of the amazing black bean quinoa salad we had at our Fourth of July dinner, and a lot of people asked for the recipe. So I will list it out for you here. This is a recipe my mother-in-law discovered at a party she attended and we have been loving it ever since. Sometimes quinoa isn't the most tasty base out there but in this salad it's divine!

Black Bean Quinoa Salad

1 c. quinoa (prepped as stated on box)

Mix below ingredients together in large bowl, then add quinoa last:

1 can black beans           

½  small onion, chopped (red or white, based on preference)

½  bell pepper, chopped

~ ¼ cup kalmata olives, chopped (approx)

~ ½ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered (approx )

~ 1/8 cup fresh basil, chopped (approx )

¼ t. garlic powder

½ t. salt

cracked pepper           

Top above with dressing and toss:

2 T. apple cider vinegar

2 T. EVOO

(optional) Sprinkle final salad with Bragg’s liquid aminos (or you may substitute soy sauce), to taste.

Serve chilled.