By Carly Revier
Southwestern Black Bean Quinoa
4 steps
Prep:15minCook:10min
This zesty quinoa is colorful and has a taste to match, featuring black beans, colorful veggies, and fajita spices.
Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 07:35:48 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
39
Low
Glycemic Load
49
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories747.2 kcal (37%)
Total Fat13.7 g (20%)
Carbs124.9 g (48%)
Sugars9.2 g (10%)
Protein35.8 g (72%)
Sodium538.3 mg (27%)
Fiber24.4 g (87%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings
Instructions
Step 1
Rinse the 1 ½ cups quinoa and drain completely. Place quinoa in a medium saucepan with 2¼ cups water and a few pinches salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to very low. Cover the pot and simmer for about 13 to 15 minutes, until the water has been completely absorbed (part the quinoa with a fork to check if the water is absorbed; if not, cook for a few more minutes). Turn off the heat and let sit covered to cool for about 5 minutes, then fluff the quinoa with a fork.
Step 2
If using canned black beans, drain and rinse the beans.
Step 3
Thinly slice 3 green onions. Dice the zucchini. Cut the grape tomatoes in half. Place all vegetables in a bowl.
Step 4
When the quinoa is done, let it cool slightly, then add it to the bowl with the vegetables. Stir in 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning, ½ teaspoon salt, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, and mix gently to combine.
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