Quinoa and Black Bean Power Bowl
Enjoy a burst of vibrant flavors with this Quinoa and Black Bean Power Bowl, a nutritious dish that combines protein-rich quinoa and hearty black beans with fresh vegetables. Drizzled with zesty lime juice, this eye-catching bowl is perfect for meal prep or as a quick weeknight dinner. Easy to customize with your favorite toppings, it’s a delicious and satisfying option for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mix of red, yellow, green)
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- ½ cup red onion, diced
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water to remove bitterness. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups vegetable broth or water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy.
- While quinoa cooks, chop the bell peppers and red onion. If using fresh corn, cut it off the cob.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa (let cool slightly), black beans, chopped veggies, corn, olive oil, lime juice, and cilantro if desired.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently until well mixed.
- Serve in bowls garnished with extra lime wedges or cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 335g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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