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Ingredients
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2 cups chicken broth
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1 cup uncooked quinoa
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1 cup frozen corn
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1 tablespoon lime juice
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1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
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lime, zested
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½ teaspoon ground cumin
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2 tablespoons avocado oil
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1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
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1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
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1 small red onion, chopped
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¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
Directions
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Bring chicken broth to a boil in a 2-quart saucepan. Stir in quinoa. Reduce heat to low; simmer, covered, until broth is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in corn. Cover and let stand until corn is warmed through, about 5 minutes.
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Whisk lime juice, red wine vinegar, lime zest, and cumin together in a large bowl. Whisk in avocado oil. Add black beans, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in quinoa and corn.
Cook’s Note
If you want to add more color, try using a combination of white and red quinoa. For added flavor, you can use frozen roasted corn (such as Trader Joe's).
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
250 | Calories |
7g | Fat |
38g | Carbs |
10g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 250 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 7g | 9% |
Saturated Fat 1g | 4% |
Cholesterol 2mg | 1% |
Sodium 622mg | 27% |
Total Carbohydrate 38g | 14% |
Dietary Fiber 8g | 29% |
Total Sugars 2g | |
Protein 10g | 20% |
Vitamin C 23mg | 25% |
Calcium 47mg | 4% |
Iron 3mg | 17% |
Potassium 497mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.