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Trio-Color Quinoa & Beans

A low-fat healthy versatile side dish that is protein and fiber-rich. Great for tacos, burritos, salads, and more.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Keyword: corn-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, healthy, low fat, nut-free, quinoa, soy-free, tri-color quinoa
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 276kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Trio-Color Quinoa
  • 4 cups broth or water I used chicken broth in this recipe Vegetable broth for plant-based diets.
  • 1 LG. onion chopped
  • 1 Tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil use broth for fat-free pilaf
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp coriander leaf
  • 1 15 oz can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 15 oz can kidney beans drained and rinsed

Instructions

  • Saute onions and garlic in olive oil in a large skillet. Add quinoa, broth, and spices. Mix well.
  • Bring covered mixture to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 25 minutes.  Stir in drained beans, cover, and continue cooking for about 5 minutes. Beans should be hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 276kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1048mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 94IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 4mg