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quinoa and black beans

Mains // Parts // 4 servings

  • 1/2 cup of quinoa, rinsed

  • 1 cup water

  • 1 tsp minced garlic (jarred)

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground chili

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste

  • 1 can (~400g) black beans, drained and rinsed

Add all ingredients except for black beans to a pot and mix together. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then cover the pot and reduce the heat as necessary to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook until the liquid is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. If the quinoa isn’t quite cooked add a little bit more water and cook until liquid is absorbed. Repeat as needed.

Remove the pot from the heat and let it rest, still covered, for 5 minutes. Then, uncover and fluff the quinoa with a fork. Gently stir in the black beans. Allow to sit for a few minutes covered to heat up the beans.

Uses: Have with corn chips for Nachos