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High Protein Quinoa and Black Bean Bowl

A nutritious and filling bowl packed with protein from quinoa and black beans, perfect for a healthy meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Grains and Legumes
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
Vegetables
  • 1 cup corn fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup spinach fresh
Spices and Seasonings
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1 tsp black pepper to taste
Dressing
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed

Method
 

Prepare Quinoa
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
Mix Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and spinach.
Season and Dress
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Pour over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
Serve
  1. Divide the mixture into bowls and serve immediately, or refrigerate for later.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This bowl can be customized with additional toppings such as avocado, feta cheese, or cilantro.

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