Spicy Quinoa and Black Bean Bowl
A hearty bowl of spiced quinoa mixed with black beans, bell peppers, and topped with avocado for a nutritious and filling dinner.
Spicy Quinoa and Black Bean Bowl is a dinner recipe ready in about 30 minutes. Each serving has approximately 875 kcal, 66g protein, 88g carbs, 30g fat. It fits a vegetarian and high-protein diet.
Rinse the quinoa under cold water and cook it in a pot with 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover for 15 minutes until water is absorbed.
In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add diced bell pepper and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
Stir in the black beans, cooked quinoa, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro.
Serve the quinoa and black bean mixture in a bowl, topped with sliced avocado.