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Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls recipe is a Dinner meal that takes several minutes to make. If you enjoy for Dinner, you will like Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls!

Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls

Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls Recipe
Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls

from The Shiksa in the Kitchenhttp://theshiksa.com/2012/05/01/quinoa-black-bean-burrito-bowls/

What Course Is Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls?

Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls is for Dinner.


How Long Does Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls Recipe Take To Prepare?

Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls takes several minutes to prepare.


How Long Does Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls Recipe Take To Cook?

Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls takes several minutes to cook.


How Many Servings Does Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls Recipe Make?

Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls makes 4 servings.


What Are The Ingredients For Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls Recipe?

The ingredients for Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls are:


1 cup quinoa
1 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup minced onion
1 clove garlic, minced
2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

1/4 tsp chili powder (mild)
Pinch of cayenne pepper (spicy)
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 cup shredded lettuce
Salt

Optional Topping Ingredients

Grated cheddar or jack cheese
Sour cream or Greek yogurt
Pico de gallo or salsa
Diced seeded tomatoes

Hot sauce or sriracha
Sliced avocado
Guacamole
Corn


How Do I Make Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls?

Here is how you make Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls:

Rinse the quinoa thoroughly in a mesh strainer or sieve, drain. Pour quinoa into a saucepan along with 2 cups of water. Bring the quinoa to a boil, then reduce heat to a low simmer. Cover the pot. Let the quinoa simmer for about 20 minutes till it becomes tender and all the liquid has been absorbed. Keep a close eye to make sure the quinoa doesn't burn. While quinoa is cooking, heat 1 tbsp of oil in another saucepan over medium heat. Pour minced onion into the saucepan and saute for a few minutes till it softens and begins to turn brown. Add the minced garlic to the pot and let it saute for 1-2 minutes longer till aromatic. Add the black beans to the pot of onions along with 1/2 cup water, 2 tbsp of chopped fresh cilantro, chili powder and cayenne pepper. Bring the beans to a boil, then reduce heat to medium low. Let the beans simmer for 15 minutes till the liquid is mostly evaporated. Stir in 2 tbsp of fresh lime juice. Season with salt to taste. Assemble your burrito bowls. Divide the cilantro lime quinoa between four bowls. Top each portion of quinoa with 1/4 cup of shredded lettuce. Top each portion of lettuce with simmered black beans. Top the black beans with your choice of Optional Topping Ingredients (ideas listed above). Serve warm.Serving Size: 4 bowlsNumber of Servings: 4Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user MENAGERIE56.


What's The Nutritional Info For Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls?

The nutritional information for Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls is:

  • Servings Per Recipe: 4
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 657.7
  • Total Fat: 17.4 g
  • Cholesterol: 14.8 mg
  • Sodium: 482.5 mg
  • Total Carbs: 95.1 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 25.8 g
  • Protein: 34.1 g

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