Quinoa Black Bean Summer Salad with Tahini Dressing

Ingredients

For the Salad

• 1
  
  red bell pepper
  
• 1
  
  yellow bell pepper
  
• 1/4
  
  cup fresh cilantro
  
• 1
  
  15-oz. can low-sodium black beans
  
• 3/4
  
  cup fresh or frozen corn
  
• 3
  
  cups cooked and cooled quinoa
  
• 1
  
  5-oz bag spring mix salad greens
  

For the Dressing

• 1/4
  
  cup tahini
  
• 1/4
  
  cup water
  
• 2
  
  teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  
• 1
  
  teaspoon chili powder
  
• 1/2
  
  teaspoon onion powder
  
• 1/2
  
  teaspoon garlic powder
  
• 
  
  salt to taste
  

Directions

1. Make dressing by adding all ingredients to a small and stirring well to combine. If you need it a little thinner, add a Tbsp. of water at a time. Set aside.
2. Dice bell peppers and onion and add to large bowl.
3. Roughly chop cilantro and add to peppers and onions.
4. Add black beans and corn and mix well.
5. Add in your salad greens and toss well.
6. Finally, add the quinoa and toss once more.
7. When you’re ready to eat, drizzle with Southwest Tahini Sauce and enjoy!