Quinoa Bean Salad

1/2 cup dry quinoa 

1 cup vegetable broth 

2 cups (1 15-oz can) black beans, drained & rinsed 

2 cups (1 15-oz can) great northern beans, drained & rinsed 

a handful of cilantro and fresh parsley, chopped well 

1/2 tbs garlic powder 

1/2 tbs onion powder 

salt & pepper to taste

1. Simmer quinoa in vegetable broth for about 15 minutes, or until water is absorbed.

2. Mix the beans, herbs, and spices together. Add in warm quinoa.

3. This can be served warm or cold.

This makes 8 servings, each with: 158.8 calories, 1.2 g fat, 28.8 g carbs (8 g fiber), 9.1 g protein. 3 WW points/Core friendly