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Healthy Quinoa and Black Bean Bowl

A nutritious and flavorful quinoa bowl packed with black beans, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing, perfect for meal prep and satisfying your hunger.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Meal Prep
Cuisine: Healthy, Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
  • 2 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 medium bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 medium avocado (diced) Add just before serving to keep it fresh
  • 0.5 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 small red onion (diced)
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 juices limes
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cumin or chili powder (optional) For additional flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth (or water). Bring it to a boil over medium heat.
  2. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa appears fluffy.
  3. Remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes.
Mixing
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, corn, red onion, and cilantro.
Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional spices.
  2. Pour this dressing over the quinoa mixture.
Final Touch
  1. Gently toss all the ingredients until evenly coated with the dressing.
  2. Serve topped with diced avocado.

Notes

This recipe is ideal for meal prepping as it lasts well in the fridge for a few days. Consider adding jalapeños or feta cheese for extra flavor. Fresh herbs like parsley or basil can enhance the freshness.