Quinoa Party Salad

This is one of my favorites to bring to a summer dinner party.  Though this recipe is made for a crowd, it can easily be broken down into half or even a fourth for a family meal.  The best part about this salad is not only that it's healthy, but it can be made in about 10 minutes or made quite a bit ahead of the event, making it perfect for the busy hostess.

Ingredients:
2 cups quinoa
1/4 cup olive oil
3tbs lime juice
1 tbs cumin
a pinch red pepper flakes
3 cups corn kernels (2 cans), drained
1 1/2 cup black beans (1 can), drained
1 can black olives, halved
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 orange bell pepper, chop-ped
1 jalapeno, chopped and seeded
3/4 c cilantro, finely chopped
salt and pepper to taste

   Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.  Add the quinoa and bring down to a simmer, cooking for 10- 15 minutes covered, until all of the water has been absorbed.  Fluff, and set aside to cool completely.
   In a small bowl, combine the oil, lime juice, cumin, and red pepper.  In a VERY large bowl, combine all of the other ingredients.  Stir in the quinoa.  Serve at room temperature or cold, and top with the dressing.