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Ingredients:

• 1 Cup quinoa, cooked according to package directions
• 1 chopped red pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped green onions
• 2 cans black beans, rinsed
• 1 1/2 cups frozen corn
• 1 cup chopped cilantro
• 3 Tbs. Olive oil
• 3 Tbs. lemon juice
• 3 Tbs. Rice vinegar
• Salt, cumin, and chili powder to taste.

Directions:

1. Prepare quinoa according to the package directions and let cool.
2. Add the rest of the ingredients
3. Additional thoughts – grate in some lemon zest before squeezing the lemon, and add a little more of the liquids if it seems too dry.

• 1/4 cup kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons sugar (brown or white)
• 1 quart water
• 2 tablespoons Rub Recipe
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 garlic clove

Up the recipe as necessary to completely cover the meat in a big pot or bucket.  I usually brine it overnight – 12 hours or so

This rub works great on pork, chicken and seafood or fish:

• 1/4 cup Paprika
• 1/8 cup Fresh Ground Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoons Garlic Powder
• 2 tablespoons Onion Powder
• 1 tablespoon Cayenne Pepper (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Chipotle Pepper (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Chili powder
• 1/4 cup Kosher Salt
• 1/4 cup Brown Sugar

Pat the meat dry with paper towels and season the meat generously with the rub.