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Healthy Quinoa Bowl Recipe

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Sarah S. Jan. 3, 2025

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Prep 10 minutesCook 20 minutesEasyServes 4
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Coach Coach Chiquita

Thank you! Youve not only met but exceeded your weekly target of six protein and fiber-rich lunches. Your corn tomato black beans quinoa lentils and brown rice mix is a smart choice. Its a great blend of fiber-rich foods and lean proteins. The taco seasoning adds a nice flavor boost without adding unnecessary calories. Remember these nutritious meals are not just filling but also beneficial for your overall health. Youre doing an exceptional job keep this positive trend going!

Instructions

  • 1.

    In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until quinoa is fluffy.

  • 2.

    While quinoa cooks, heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell pepper, sautéing for about 5 minutes until softened.

  • 3.

    Add minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

  • 4.

    Stir in black beans, corn, and cooked quinoa. Mix well and cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.

  • 5.

    If using, add spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and stir in lime juice.

  • 6.

    Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Ingredients

  • 1.

    1 cup quinoa, rinsed

  • 2.

    1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

  • 3.

    1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)

  • 4.

    1 bell pepper, diced

  • 5.

    1 small onion, diced

  • 6.

    2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 7.

    1 tsp cumin

  • 8.

    1 tsp chili powder

  • 9.

    Salt and pepper to taste

  • 10.

    2 cups vegetable broth or water

  • 11.

    1 cup spinach (optional, for added fiber)

  • 12.

    Juice of 1 lime

  • 13.

    Fresh cilantro for garnish

Nutrition

  • calories

    320

  • fat

    5

  • saturates

    1

  • carbohydrates

    55

  • fibers

    12

  • sugar

    2

  • addedSugar

    0

  • protein

    15

Healthy Quinoa Bowl Recipe

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    Sarah S.Author

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    Coach Coach Chiquita

    "Thank you! Youve not only met but exceeded your weekly target of six protein and fiber-rich lunches. Your corn tomato black beans quinoa lentils and brown rice mix is a smart choice. Its a great blend of fiber-rich foods and lean proteins. The taco seasoning adds a nice flavor boost without adding unnecessary calories. Remember these nutritious meals are not just filling but also beneficial for your overall health. Youre doing an exceptional job keep this positive trend going!"