Cuisine Corner Quinoa Bowl Flavorful and Nutritious

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• 1 unit red bell pepper, diced
• 1 unit avocado, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0 to taste salt and pepper

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add the rinsed quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
2. Remove the cooked quinoa from heat and let it cool slightly. Fluff it with a fork and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
3. Add the black beans, corn, diced red bell pepper, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro to the bowl with quinoa.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss everything together until well mixed. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.
6. Allow the fiesta bowl to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.