Description
This recipe provides a quick and healthy lunch option perfect for busy workdays. It’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup corn, fresh or frozen
- 1/4 cup diced bell pepper (any color)
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, and diced bell pepper.
- Add the chopped cilantro, lime juice, and olive oil to the bowl.
- Season with salt and pepper to your preference.
- Toss everything together until well combined.
- Serve immediately or pack for lunch.
Notes
- You can add grilled chicken or tofu for extra protein.
- Avocado or a dollop of Greek yogurt can be added for creaminess.
- Adjust seasonings as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
