Southwest Quinoa Bowl
Fluffy quinoa topped with roasted corn, black beans, avocado, and a lime-cilantro dressing. Serve cold or warm—ready in 25 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 425
- Protein
- 14g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Rinse quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water until water runs clear.
Step 2
Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add quinoa and a pinch of salt.
Step 3
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
Step 4
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Add corn and cook 3 minutes.
Step 5
Stir occasionally until corn is tender and edges just begin to char, 2 more minutes.
Step 6
Fluff quinoa with a fork. Warm beans in a small pot or microwave 1 minute.
Step 7
Whisk 2 tbsp olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, salt, and pepper together.
Step 8
Divide quinoa and beans between bowls. Top with corn and avocado slices.
Step 9
Drizzle lime-cilantro dressing over bowls. Serve immediately or chilled.
Tools you’ll need
- fine-mesh strainer
- medium saucepan with lid
- 12-inch skillet
- small pot or microwave
- whisk
- bowls
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