Quinoa And Black Beans Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful quinoa and black bean recipe, perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight meal! This easy-to-follow recipe combines fluffy quinoa with savory black beans, sweet corn, and zesty lime for a fiesta in your bowl. Ready in under an hour, this dish is packed with protein and nutrients, making it a satisfying and delicious choice.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 138.9 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Quinoa And Black Beans

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How to Make Quinoa And Black Beans

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and 2 cloves minced garlic. Sauté for 3-5 minutes, until lightly browned.
  3. Stir in 1 cup quinoa and 2 cups vegetable broth.
  4. Season with 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
  7. Stir in 1 cup frozen corn and continue to simmer for 5 minutes until heated through.
  8. Gently fold in 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (rinsed and drained), 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, and the juice of 1 lime.
  9. Top with 1/2 cup chopped fresh tomatoes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

1g

Carbs

8g