Have you tried quinoa yet? For some it is a staple in their diets, as it is deemed the perfect protein by many. You can read more about quinoa here & here. Others have never heard of it or have seen what it looks like. I was just introduced to it last year myself, and I am starting to use it more and more. It’s not really a grain but a seed, although many considered quinoa a grain.
You can cook it just like rice, so use 1 cup of quinoa with 2 cups of boiling water on the stove top, and then simmer on low to medium for about 12-20 minutes or until the quinoa has absorbed the water. You can serve it hot or cold. Rinse it before you cook it to remove the bitter taste.
This is a really fresh dish that can be put together quickly; as you are cooking the quinoa, you can chop the veggies and have a meal in about 25 minutes.
Lime Avocado Black Bean Quinoa
Ingredients
- 3 cups of cooked quinoa I used 1 1/2 cups of uncooked quinoa
- 2 kale leaves chopped & ribs removed
- 2 cups of black beans cooked (or one can)
- 1 avocado diced
- 1 to mato diced
- 1 rib of celery diced
- 1/2 bell pepper diced
- 1/4 red onion diced
- juice of 2-3 limes start with one, and taste as you go
Instructions
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Combine all ingredients.
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Chill if desired or serve immediately.
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Refrigerate leftovers.
The Verdict: The lime makes this recipe! Easy adds-ins would be celery, carrots, fresh spinach, or most other raw vegetables. You can add some olive oil, if desired.
This looks delicious! Can’t wait to try it…pinning it for later 🙂
Thanks for the pin! It’s so fresh. Thanks for visiting!
This recipe sounds wonderful 🙂 I need to order some quinoa from the co-op next time! l
Yum! We love quinoa here! I make a black bean salad that I like to serve over quinoa. We typically put avocados in it as well, although it isn’t in the recipe.
This looks amazing! I’ve never actually tried quinoa but I definitely want to try. I started a new blog in hopes of trying more (family friendly) healthy meals. This looks like a great one to try. -Bethany
Hi Bethany, You should totally try the quinoa! It is so good for you and easy to put together! Thanks for visiting!