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This recipe for quinoa and black bean bowls was shared by Connie Liakos, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD. She recommends serving fruit alongside these bowls to provide a quick, tasty all-in-one balanced meal. These bowls are a great Meatless Monday option and also particularly good for fueling young athletes on the go!
Ingredients
Serves 1.
1 cup cooked quinoa, chilled (cooked sorghum is another delicious, healthy grain that can be used in this bowl)
1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 – 1 cup fresh seasonal vegetables (e.g. chopped tomatoes, peppers, broccoli or cauliflower florets, squash, onions, garlic, etc.)
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 avocado, cut into chunks
Juice of 1/2 fresh lemon
1 tsp. olive oil
Seasonings as desired (e.g. basil, oregano, dash of cayenne or hot sauce, etc.)