Quinoa and Black Bean Bliss

Ingredients

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• 2 cups water
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• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
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• ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
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• ¼ cup lime juice
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• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
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• 1 teaspoon salt
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• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
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• 1 ½ cups diced cucumber
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• ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
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• salt and ground black pepper to taste
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Instructions

1. 1
   Bring water and and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside to cool.
2. 2
   Whisk olive oil, lime juice, cumin, and 1 teaspoon salt together in a bowl to make dressing.
3. 3
   Combine cooled quinoa, black beans, and cucumber in a large bowl. Pour in dressing and toss to coat. Stir in cilantro and season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate or serve immediately.