Legumes
How many calories in Black Bean Quinoa Salad?
A nutritious salad packed with black beans, quinoa, and fresh vegetables for a healthy meal option.
Per 100 g
120 kcal
1 Serving
300 kcal
(250 g)
| Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|
| 6 g / 100g | 22 g / 100g | 3 g / 100g |
In numbers
Where the calories come from
Protein 17% · Carbs 64% · Fat 19%
Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.
- 1 Serving (250 g, 300 kcal) is 15% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
- Burning 1 serving takes about 73 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).
Compared with similar foods
Black Bean Quinoa Salad is number 2 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 156 kcal per 100 g.
| Food | kcal / 100 g | Protein / 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Spiced Lentil Stew | 90 | 6.5 g |
| Black Bean Quinoa Salad | 120 | 6 g |
| Lentil Vegetable Stew | 120 | 9 g |
| Stuffed Grape Leaves | 160 | 3.5 g |
| Oven-Baked Falafel | 196 | 9 g |
| African Peanut Stew | 215 | 9 g |
Nutrition data updated June 13, 2026.
Health score
8/10
Weight loss suitability
High in fiber and protein, great for weight management.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the main ingredients?
- Black beans, quinoa, bell peppers, corn, and dressing.
- Is this dish gluten-free?
- Yes, it's entirely gluten-free.
- How can I make it spicier?
- Add jalapeños or chili powder to the salad.
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