Black beans and quinoa
Ingredients
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 medium sweet or yellow onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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3/4 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
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1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
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1 tsp chili powder
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1 tsp cumin
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1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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salt, to taste
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1 (10 oz) can original Rotel
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1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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1 3/4 cup vegetable broth
Instructions
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil on medium-low heat and saute diced onions until tender, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and saute one additional minute. Add the remaining ingredients in the order listed above.
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Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a low boil and cook 15–20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and allow to sit covered for 5 minutes before serving.
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Fluff quinoa with a large spoon and serve.