Spicy Black Bean and Quinoa Bowl

A hearty and nutritious main dish combining protein-rich black beans with fluffy quinoa and a spicy tomato sauce. Perfect for a quick, satisfying meal packed with flavor.

Main Dish
Easy 25 min 350 cal
Steps

1. Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a small pot, bring 2/3 cup water to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork. 2. While quinoa cooks, heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until translucent. 3. Add diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes until sauce thickens slightly. 4. Stir in cooked black beans and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes. 5. Serve the bean mixture over the quinoa. Drizzle with lime juice and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Ingredients

1/2 cup cooked black beans 1/3 cup quinoa 1/4 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh) 1 small clove garlic, minced 1/4 small onion, diced 1/2 tsp olive oil 1/4 tsp chili powder 1/4 tsp cumin Salt and pepper to taste Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional) Juice of 1/4 lime

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