Quinoa & Black Beans

[Andriel_Isilien]

I'm putting this in the lunch section because I think it tastes even better the day after once all the ingredients have sat together. 😋 This recipe is vegan friendly and gluten free. A great combination of complex carbs and protein! Reheating isn't necessary. Pair this with a leafy green salad for a well balance lunch!

Serves 5

Ingredients

1/2 onion chopped

1-2 garlic cloves minced

1/3 c uncooked quinoa

3/4 c vegetable broth (you may use chicken instead)

1/2 tsp cumin

pinch of cayenne pepper (adjust according to your preference for heat)

salt and pepper

1/2 c corn

1 15-oz can black beans, drained and rinsed (I'm sure pinto or kidney beans would substitute fine)

1/4 c chopped fresh cilantro

 

Directions

Heat a bit of oil in medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onion and garlic. Sauté until lightly browned. Mix quinoa into the saucepan and cover with vegetable broth. Season with cumin, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer about 20 minutes. Stir corn in and continue to simmer 5 more minutes to heat through. Mix in the black beans and cilantro. Then you're done! Once this has cooled, store in an airtight container inside the fridge.

 

Add Ins

Bell peppers (any color of your choice)

Tomatoes (get that vitamin C!)

Avocado slices (get some of that healthy fat!)

Edited September 27, 2023 by Andriel_Isilien

[beanbean]

That looks real good going to have to try this

[GoToxic]

That’s so true about flavors melding overnight—it’s like the magic of a good meal just gets better with time. Tried something similar once, packed with beans and quinoa, and the next day it tasted even richer. Found inspiration from places like www.skai.sg that focus on simple, fresh ingredients coming together naturally. No reheating needed, just grab and go. 

 

Edited Monday at 11:19 AM by GoToxic

[beanbean]

I always add a pinch of ho sauce to mine