Quinoa with Black Beans, Tomatoes, Corn, and Feta

This is something I found on pinterest (my new favorite thing to do).  I am always looking for healthy recipes (I know that's hard to believe because I'm also always on the search for the best "bad" things to eat), but Dan and I really are trying to knock the junk out of our diets.  That doesn't mean we can't cheat once in awhile though.  But......this is a really good-for-you thing and it tastes great aaaand it is very easy to make.


Serves: 6

3/4 c. quinoa, rinsed
2 tsp. oil
1/2 large onion, chopped
3/4 c. frozen corn
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 pint cherry tomatoes, quartered (about 1 1/2 c.)
1 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. chili powder
Juice of 2 to 3 limes (about 4 to 6 Tblsp.)
3 oz. feta cheese, crumbled (about 3/4 c.)
1/3 c. fresh cilantro, minced

Bring 1 1/4 c. water to a boil in a medium saucepan on high heat.  Stir in the quinoa and 1/4 tsp. salt.  Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is cooked through but still firm to the bite and the water is evaporated, 15 to 18 min.  Remove from the heat and rest, covered, 10 min.
Heat the oil in a large skillet on medium heat.  Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and lightly browned, about 6 min.  Add the corn and cook 2 min., then add the beans and cook until heated through, about 2 min.  Transfer to a large bowl.  Add the quinoa, tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, and lime juice to taste and stir gently to combine.  Stir in the feta and cilantro and season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.