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Black Bean & Corn Quinoa

Diabetic Friendly · Soup · Vegan · Vegetarian

Black Bean & Corn Quinoa
Prep 10 min
Cook prep/total time: 30 min.
Serves 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 celery rib, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups vegetable stock
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro, divided

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, red pepper, celery and seasonings; cook and stir 5-7 minutes or until vegetables are tender., Stir in stock and corn; bring to a boil. Stir in quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed., Add beans and 1/3 cup cilantro; heat through, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with remaining cilantro.

Nutrition

Fat: 10g fat (1g saturated fat) Calories: 375 calories Sodium: 668mg sodium Fiber: 10g fiber) Carbohydrate: 60g carbohydrate (5g sugars Cholesterol: 0 cholesterol Protein: 13g protein.