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Mexican Quinoa (Vegan)

Ingredients

Ingredients for 8 servings:

  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 2 cups veggie stock (unsalted)
  • 1 can (15oz) black beans, no salt added
  • 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 2/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • Seasonings:
    • 1 tablespoon cumin
    • sea salt & pepper to taste

Steps

Step 1

Add some olive oil to a pot, set it on medium heat, then add garlic and red onion. Sauté for about 2 minutes (careful not to let the garlic burn), then add uncooked quinoa. Sear the quinoa for about a minute, then add veggie stock and cumin. Cover and cook for about 20 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy.

Step 2

Then, add black beans, bell pepper, cilantro and sea salt & pepper. Stir it up then cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes covered.

Step 3

Portion it out for your meal prep and enjoy!