Name: Quinoa & Black Bean Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients: 1 cup cooked quinoa; 1/2 cup low-sodium black beans (rinsed); 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro; 1 tbsp lime juice

Ingredients

1 cup cooked quinoa
1/2 cup low-sodium black beans (rinsed)
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup fresh cilantro
1 tbsp lime juice

Instructions

Cook quinoa according to package directions and let cool.
In a large bowl, mix cooled quinoa, black beans, and tomatoes.
Drizzle with lime juice and toss with fresh cilantro.

A Note on Sodium & Substitutions

Always read labels on canned ingredients (like beans or broths) to ensure they are true "Low Sodium" or "No Salt Added" varieties. If a recipe calls for soy sauce, use Coconut Aminos instead for kidney and heart health.