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This Black Bean Quinoa Salad with a touch of sweet caramel from honey is a perfect Sunday treat. Packed with protein, fiber, and fresh vegetables, it's a healthy and delicious choice for any day of the week.

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked quinoa. 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped. 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped. 1/2 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen. 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced. 1/4 cup green bell pepper, diced. 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled. 1/4 cup roasted sunflower seeds. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar. 1 tablespoon honey. 1 teaspoon ground cumin. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked quinoa and black beans. Add the cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, corn, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper to the bowl. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, ground cumin, salt, and pepper to create the dressing. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well combined. Top the salad with crumbled feta cheese and roasted sunflower seeds. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes