Black Bean and Quinoa Burrito Bowl

This black bean and quinoa burrito bowl is the perfect meal prep recipe. It is healthy, packed with flavor, and quick to make.

Ingredients

• 1  ½ cups quinoa
• 1  ½ cups black beans, canned, rinsed and drained
• 1  ½ cups corn, frozen, defrosted
• 1 medium bell pepper, red, seeded and chopped
• 4 medium scallions, chopped
• 1 teaspoon garlic, finely minced
• ¼ cups cilantro, fresh, chopped fine
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
• ⅓ cups lime juice
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1  ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste
• Chopped tomatoes and avocado optional

Directions

1. Rinse quinoa in a fine sieve under cold running water until the water runs clear. Put quinoa in a pot with 2¼ cups water. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer 20 minutes or until water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender. Fluff quinoa with a fork and transfer to a large bowl and allow to cool.
2. Once the quinoa has cooled, add beans, corn, bell pepper, scallions, garlic, cilantro, and cayenne (if using) and toss to combine.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, salt, and cumin, and add oil to a stream while whisking. Drizzle over salad and toss well. If desired, add salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Toss in some fresh greens and tomatoes for added texture and nutrition!