Quinoa Salad

1 cup quinoa

2 cups water

1/4 c. Extra virgin olive oil 

2 limes, juiced

2 tsp. ground cumin

1 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes, or more to taste

1-1/2 c. Halved cherry tomatoes 

1 can black beans, drained and rinsed

5 green onions, finely chopped

1/4 c. fresh cilantro

Salt and ground pepper to taste

Bring quinoa and water to boil I a. saucepan. Reduce heat to medium low, cover and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 10-15 minutes. Set aside to cool. 

Whisk olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, red pepper flakes together in a bowl. 

Combine quinoa, tomatoes, black beans, green ou ions together in a bowl. Pour dressing over mixture. Toss to coat. Stir in cilantro. Add salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately or chilling refrigerator.