Description
A vibrant and nutritious high-protein meal featuring fluffy quinoa and hearty black beans, topped with Greek yogurt and crisp bell peppers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (for garnish)
- 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
- Jalapeños for a spicy kick (optional)
- Corn for added sweetness (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy and liquid is absorbed.
- While quinoa cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté bell peppers until they are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the black beans, spinach, cumin, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook until heated through and spinach is wilted.
- In meal prep containers, layer the quinoa, followed by the sautéed mixture.
- Top each bowl with a dollop of Greek yogurt and sliced avocado if desired.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave when ready to eat.
Notes
Ensure your quinoa is rinsed before cooking to avoid bitterness. For added texture, try toasting your quinoa in the saucepan for a few minutes before adding the broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Meal Prep
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 5mg