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Quinoa & Black Bean Burrito Bowl

A simple vegetarian burrito bowl made with fluffy quinoa, plenty of black beans, corn, and bold spices. This clean eating meal works well for healthy dinners and meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican-inspired, Vegetarian
Servings 4
Calories 390 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large non-stick skillet
  • wooden spoon or spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dry quinoa 170 g, rinsed
  • 2 cups water or low-sodium vegetable broth 480 ml
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small red onion diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ¼ tsp fine sea salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 can black beans 15 oz (425 g), drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels 150 g, fresh or frozen
  • Juice of 1 lime about 2 tablespoons
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped

Instructions
 

  • Add the rinsed quinoa and water or broth to a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced red onion and cook until softened. Stir in the bell peppers and cook until tender. Add the garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper, then stir until fragrant.
  • Add the black beans and corn to the skillet. Stir well so everything is evenly coated with the spices and heated through.
  • Add the cooked quinoa to the skillet and fold it into the bean and vegetable mixture. Squeeze in the lime juice and stir in the chopped cilantro. Cook briefly just until everything is well combined.
  • Divide the quinoa and black bean mixture into serving bowls and serve warm. Add optional toppings if desired.

Notes

  • This recipe is naturally gluten-free and vegan.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Add avocado, salsa, or Greek yogurt when serving if desired.
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