QUINOA PILAF INGREDIENTS (makes 4 cups--enough for 8 individual salads):
1 cup quinoa
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
DRESSING INGREDIENTS (for 1 jar):
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon taco seasoning
1/2 teaspoon ground chia seeds (optional)
SALAD INGREDIENTS (for 1 jar):
1/4 cup corn (fresh or frozen); patted dry if wet
1/4 cup black beans (chick peas), rinsed, drained, and patted dry
1 teaspoon diced jalapeno (if more heat is desired)
6-8 small grape or cherry tomatoes, left whole (optional)
1 cup packed greens (optional); cut romaine lettuce, uncut arugula, uncut baby spinach, or shredded cabbage