Quinoa White Bean Salad

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed thoroughly
• 1 can white beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/4 red onion, minced
• 1/4 cup Italian parsley leaves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 tsp. ground cumin
• 1 tbsp. red wine vinegar
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 tsp. salt
• Freshly ground pepper, to taste

Combine quinoa and water in a sauce pan and bring to a boil.  Reduce heat, cover and let simmer until all of the water is absorbed and quinoa is cooked, 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, combine beans, onion, parsley and red bell pepper in a large bowl.  Once quinoa is cooked and has cooled slightly add it to the bowl.  Add seasonings, vinegar and oil and mix well.

Let stand in the refrigerator until you are ready to serve.

Enjoy!