One Pot Quinoa and Black Bean Bowl
One Pot Quinoa and Black Bean Bowl
A wholesome and nutritious Quinoa and Black Bean Bowl, perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner. This dish is loaded with proteins and fibers, and it’s exceptionally easy to make for inexperienced cooks.
Nutrition
Calories: 320cal
Carbohydrate: 50g
Protein: 14g
Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: – -mg
Sodium: – -mg
Difficulty Level: easy
10 min Prep
25 min Cook
35 min Total
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 diced red bell pepper
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 handful fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water using a fine-mesh sieve.
- In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed. Tip: You know quinoa is ready when the grains have become translucent and you can see the little spirals of the germ.
- While the quinoa is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the red bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add the black beans, corn, ground cumin, and smoked paprika to the skillet. Stir well to combine, and cook for another 5 minutes until heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Tip: Stir occasionally to prevent the spices from sticking to the skillet.
- Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork. Combine the quinoa with the black bean mixture in the skillet and stir to incorporate all ingredients evenly.
- Divide the quinoa mixture into bowls. Top each serving with sliced avocado, cilantro, and a lime wedge for squeezing over the top. Enjoy your delicious and healthy bowl!