Description
This Black Bean & Quinoa Bowl with Guacamole and Veggies is a delicious and nutritious vegan meal that is perfect for a quick and easy dinner. Packed with protein, fiber, and flavor, this bowl is sure to become a favorite in your meal rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Quinoa:
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth
For the Bowl:
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Guacamole:
- 2 ripe avocados
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Serving:
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- Salsa and lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Quinoa: In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy and liquid is absorbed.
- Sauté the Veggies: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add bell pepper, zucchini, corn, and red onion. Season with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt. Cook for 5–6 minutes until tender.
- Make the Guacamole: In a small bowl, mash avocados with lime juice, garlic, cilantro, and salt to make guacamole.
- Assemble the Bowl: Divide quinoa among bowls. Top with black beans, sautéed vegetables, shredded lettuce, and guacamole. Add salsa and lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- You can add grilled chicken or tofu for extra protein.
- For a spicier version, stir jalapeños into the veggies or guacamole.
- Meal-prep friendly: store quinoa, beans, and veggies separately and assemble before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Assembly
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 53 g
- Fiber: 11 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
