Quinoa Fiesta Bowls

In this 8 Minute Meal segment for Good Morning CT, I make a nutritious quinoa bowl that packs a punch.

 
 

Ingredients:

  • 2/3 cup cooked quinoa

  • 1/3 cup frozen black eyed peas, steamed

  • 2/3 cup black beans, drained and rinsed

  • 3 tbsp salsa

  • ¼ cup shredded reduced fat cheddar cheese

  • 1/3 cup chopped tomato

  • 1/3 cup chopped bell pepper

  • 1/3 cup chopped red onion

  • Top with cilantro, fresh squeezed lime juice and sprinkle with ¼ tsp chili powder

  • 1 dollop sour cream or plain greek yogurt

  • 1/4 avocado chopped

  • Olive oil
     

Directions:

Cook quinoa according to package directions. Steam black eyed peas. Drain and rinse black beans. In a pan, mist with olive oil on medium heat. Add in beans, pepper, tomatoes and onions. Once veggies are slightly charred (but still crisp), add in quinoa and salsa then mix. Sprinkle with cheese and melt through. Remove mixture from pan and place into bowl. Top with sour cream, chopped avocado, lime juice, and chili powder then serve while warm. Makes 1 single serving.

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