Sorry I have been totally MIA for the weekend. I can’t believe it is already Monday! It is so nice to have today to regroup and hangout. We had a block party last night, which was a great time! They close off our street and everyone sets up tables and cornhole and coolers. What a great way to connect with neighbors!!

I had to bring a side dish to the party and I wanted something that didn’t have to be warm and could sit out for a while. I decided to throw together a quinoa salad! It would be something different that people could try and enjoy!

Mexican Quinoa Salad

These measurements are for feeding a block party 🙂  Please adjust according to the number of people you are serving.

• 2 c. quinoa cooked as directed in 4 c. water
• 1 avacado cut into small pieces
• 3 tomatoes
• 1 can black beans
• 1 can corn
• 1/2 c. light Italian dressing
• 1 tsp. cumin
• 1 T. lime juice
• 1/2 can chick peas and white beans (these were leftover in my fridge so I threw them in)

Mix all ingredients (except quinoa) together.  Add more cumin, lime, dressing and salt and pepper as you like.  When ingredients are mixed, add quinoa.

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