Quinoa and Black Beans

Quinoa and Black Beans

This quinoa recipe features a combination of garlicky quinoa with black beans, corn, cumin, and cilantro for a flavorsome vegan main or tasty side.

Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
35 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Calories
153 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
Step 2
Stir in frozen corn and continue to simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes. Mix in black beans and cilantro.
Step 3
Gather all ingredients.
Step 4
Mix quinoa into onion mixture and cover with vegetable broth; season with cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
Step 5
Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer until quinoa is tender and broth is absorbed, about 20 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 0.5 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1.5 cups vegetable broth
  • 0.75 cup quinoa

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