Description
A selection of refined side dishes that complement main courses.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add red bell pepper and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Stir in black beans, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until heated through.
- Fluff quinoa with a fork and combine with the vegetable mixture.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For a spicy variation, add diced jalapeños.
- Serve with a drizzle of lime juice for added flavor.
- Can be made ahead and reheated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: quinoa, black beans, side dishes, vegetable sides, healthy eating