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Vegan Black Bean and Quinoa Bowls

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Vegan black bean and quinoa bowls are a colorful, protein-packed meal made with fluffy quinoa, black beans, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing. They’re wholesome, customizable, and perfect for meal prep, quick lunches, or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

  1. 2 cups cooked quinoa
  2. 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed
  3. 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  4. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  5. 1 avocado, sliced or diced
  6. 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  7. 1 bell pepper, chopped
  8. 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  9. 2 cups mixed greens or shredded lettuce (optional)
  10. Lime wedges, for serving
  11. 3 tbsp olive oil
  12. 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  13. 2 garlic cloves, minced
  14. 1 tsp ground cumin
  15. 1 tsp maple syrup or agave (optional)
  16. Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Cook quinoa according to package instructions, then fluff with a fork and set aside.

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, maple syrup (if using), salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  2. Warm black beans in a skillet with a pinch of cumin and salt, or serve cold.
  3. Assemble bowls by adding quinoa as the base, then topping with black beans, corn, tomatoes, avocado, bell pepper, red onion, and greens.
  4. Drizzle with dressing, garnish with cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Add jalapeños or hot sauce for extra spice.
  • Roasted vegetables like sweet potatoes or zucchini make the bowls heartier.
  • Keep ingredients separate for meal prep to maintain freshness.

Nutrition

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