Quinoa and Black Bean Bowl

A hearty and healthy bowl packed with protein, fiber, and flavor. This Quinoa and Black Bean Bowl is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Quinoa and Black Bean Bowl
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Instructions


1.

Cook the quinoa: In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy.

2.

Prepare the vegetables: While the quinoa is cooking, dice the red onion and red bell pepper. If using frozen corn, thaw it slightly.

3.

Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

4.

Combine the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, red onion, and red bell pepper.

5.

Add the dressing: Pour the dressing over the quinoa and black bean mixture, and toss to combine.

6.

Serve: Divide the quinoa and black bean mixture into bowls. Top with your favorite toppings, such as diced avocado, chopped cilantro, and salsa. A dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream can be added for a non-vegan option.


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Notes


1.

For extra flavor, sauté the red onion and red bell pepper in a little olive oil before adding them to the bowl.

2.

You can add other vegetables like chopped tomatoes, zucchini, or jalapeños.

3.

Adjust the amount of chili powder to your preferred level of spiciness.

4.

This bowl can be served warm or cold.

5.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Category


• Main Dish (Southwestern)

Keywords


quinoa black beans bowl vegetarian vegan healthy southwestern easy lunch dinner

Dietary


Vegetarian Vegan Gluten-Free

Calories Per Serving


• Approximately 450 calories

Cook Time


• 25 minutes (Easy)

Total Time


• 40 minutes

Equipment


  • • Medium saucepan
  • • Large bowl
  • • Small bowl
  • • Whisk
  • • Cutting board
  • • Knife

Approx. Cost


• $8-12

Ingredients


Base

  • • 1 cup Quinoa (Rinsed)
  • • 2 cups Water or Vegetable Broth

Main

  • • 1 (15-ounce) can Black Beans (Rinsed and drained)
  • • 1 cup Corn (Frozen, canned, or fresh)
  • • 1/2 cup Red Onion (Diced)
  • • 1/2 cup Red Bell Pepper (Diced)

Dressing

  • • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice (Freshly squeezed)
  • • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • • 1/2 teaspoon Cumin
  • • 1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • • To taste Salt
  • • To taste Black Pepper

Optional Toppings

  • • 1/2 Avocado (Diced)
  • • To taste Cilantro (Chopped)
  • • To taste Salsa
  • • To taste Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream ((For non-vegan option))

Variations


  • • Mexican Lager
  • • Margarita
  • • Sparkling Water with Lime