California Quinoa Salad with Black Beans – a delicious combination of quinoa, mango, coconut, edamame, black beans and more. This colorful salad is a great dish for your next barbeque, potluck or picnic. It is also a healthy and satisfying, light meal all on its own.
I’ve come across many versions of California Quinoa Salad on the Internet this summer. I had to try it because it contains so many things that I love including, quinoa, mango, coconut and edamame.
I decided to add some black beans to my version because I love the combination of mangos with black beans. And, because my two 2-year old twin girls love black beans.
A Colorful, Protein Rich Salad
This California Quinoa Salad with Black Beans is rich in protein from the quinoa, edamame and black beans. And, with all the colorful fruits and veggies, it is a delicious, healthy meal all on its own. Its also a wonderful accompaniment to grilled entrees such as steak or chicken.
Great as a Side Dish or a Portable Lunch
This colorful California Quinoa Salad with Black Beans can be made ahead of time, keeps well in the refrigerator and is a great dish for a barbeque, potluck or picnic.
I also like to make a batch of this California Quinoa Salad with Black Beans for myself to enjoy for lunches during the week. I like to package the salad into individual portions and store in the refrigerator. Then I have healthy, delicious and portable lunches for myself all week, that I can toss in the cooler bag for trips to the beach, park or just to enjoy out on the deck.
California Quinoa Salad with Black Beans - a delicious combination of quinoa, mango, coconut, edamame, black beans and more. This colorful salad is a great dish for your next barbeque, potluck or picnic. It is also a healthy and satisfying, light meal all on its own.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- juice and zest of 2 limes (~ 6 tablespoons juice and 2 teaspoons zest)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 fresh mango, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- 1 cup shelled edamame
- 1 (15.5 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- ½ cup shredded coconut (either sweetened or unsweetened)
- ½ cup sliced almonds
Instructions
- Cook the quinoa according to the package directions; set aside to cool.
- Whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lime juice and zest and cilantro in a large bowl.
- Add in the cooled quinoa and remaining ingredients and toss to coat.
- Serve or refrigerate.

Looks great! Might have to give this a try.
I’m just getting ready to feature a quinoa dish on my site, but it’s a hot (temperature wise) one with black beans, corn, etc. This cold one might be better for the summer!
Jennie
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Never mind. I already follow you. Well, clearly I have great taste in wanting to follow you twice. 🙂
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Just stopping by to let you know that your quinoa salad will be featured tonight at our party! Happy dance time! Thanks for sharing it with us! Happy Monday! Lou Lou Girls
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Thanks so much, I’m delighted to be featured!
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A delicious salad, Joy and just perfect for summer. Thanks so much for sharing your post with Full Plate Thursday and have a great day!
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I love a good grain salad and this one looks SOOO refreshing. I love that you have both black beans and edamame in there – what a lovely Asian meets Latino combination. Nicely done.
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Thanks Lydia! The black beans and edamame do indeed go so well together!
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Quinoa salads are my favorite. This version looks awesome. I love the edamame in it–that is my favorite!
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Thanks Julia! I love quinoa salads too and edamame is indeed a wonderful addition!
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What a fantastic looking salad! Glad your girl’s are black bean lovers. Such great protein!
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. Sounds really delicious!!!
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There is always something about a nice quinoa and bean salad that is perfect for any occasion! Yum!
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Thanks Rebecca, I agree, quinoa and bean salads are so versatile!
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What a yummy combination! I’m always a fan of anything with black beans!
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Thanks Michelle, I love black beans too!
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Now this is a recipe I could sink my teeth into. Love the combo and the additions of coconut sounds amazing. Love full meals in a bowl. Thanks for sharing this at #theWeekendSocial. Love to have you back Thursday 9:00 PM EST. http://www.theKitchenChopper.com
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The more I use quinoa, the more I want to use it! I’ve been making a salad with kale and quinoa that I can’t seem to keep in the house! Everyone keeps eating it before I get any! Hoping you’ll be joining us at Foodie Fridays tonight!
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Great way to spice up Quinoa and the mango give its a nice zing! next I am trying the Dutch pancakes!
Hi Greg, glad you liked it!!
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