Description
Quinoa Black Bean Bowl is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines fluffy quinoa, hearty black beans, and fresh vegetables. Topped with zesty lime juice and creamy avocado, this bowl is packed with flavor and perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re meal prepping or entertaining guests, this quick and customizable recipe guarantees satisfaction with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rinsed quinoa
- 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (mixed colors)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a pot, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Toss in chopped bell peppers and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the drained black beans along with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- Remove from heat and squeeze lime juice over the mixture. Gently fold in chopped cilantro.
- Layer fluffy quinoa at the bottom of each serving bowl, top with the vegetable-black bean mixture, and add slices of avocado.
- Finish with an extra squeeze of lime juice or additional cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0mg