Corn, Edamame and Quinoa Salad

Quinoa is a whole grain that is rapidly growing in popularity due to its many health benefits. Try this corn, edamame and quinoa salad for a new way to enjoy this plant-based protein.  Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes (quinoa)
Total Time: 25 minutes 

Ingredients:
Salad
1/3 c. quinoa, cooked in 2/3 cup water
1 ½ c. edamame
6 green onions, chopped
16 oz. black beans, drained
2 c. corn
1 c. red peppers, chopped
½ c. cilantro, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced

Dressing
2 T. olive oil
6 T. lemon Juice
2 T. Dijon Mustard
¼ c. reduced sodium soy sauce

Directions:

1. Cook quinoa according to package directions.
2. Chill.
3. Combine the dressing ingredients.
4. In a large bowl, combine the rest of the salad ingredients.
5. Pour dressing over the salad and mix until combined.

1 serving = 183 calories, 22 g. carbs, 7 g. fat, 7.8 g. protein, 4 g. fiber

About
This recipe was provided by the Columbus Community Hospital Diabetes and Health Education Department, which provides a variety of programs to help educate and support community members with diabetes, or those who are at risk of developing diabetes.

Their services include group classes and individual appointments for inpatient and outpatient diabetes education. For more information on our Diabetes and Health Education Department, click here.