Quinoa Medley with Beans and Corn
30 minutes or fewer Protein-rich quinoa cooks in the same amount of time as white rice and lends itself well to this speedy dish. Store-bought fresh salsa adds complex flavor in seconds.
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30 minutes or fewer
Protein-rich quinoa cooks in the same amount of time as white rice and lends itself well to this speedy dish. Store-bought fresh salsa adds complex flavor in seconds.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups quinoa, rinsed
- 1 15-oz. can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1/2 cup chunky salsa, divided
- 1 tsp. chili powder
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 Tbs. olive oil
- Lime wedges, for garnish
Preparation
Bring 2 cups water to a boil in saucepan. Stir in quinoa, cover, and reduce heat to medium. Simmer 10 minutes.
Add beans, corn, 1/4 cup salsa and chili powder; season with salt and pepper. Return to a boil. Cover, and cook 2 to 5 minutes more, or until quinoa is tender.
Stir in cilantro, oil and remaining salsa. Divide among bowls, garnish with lime wedges, and serve.
Nutrition Information
- Calories 386
- Carbohydrate Content 61 g
- Cholesterol Content 0 mg
- Fat Content 10 g
- Fiber Content 9 g
- Protein Content 13 g
- Saturated Fat Content 1 g
- Sodium Content 534 mg
- Sugar Content 6 g