Bean and Quinoa Extravaganza
1 c uncooked quinoa
1/2 c to 1c black beans
1/2 red bell pepper chopped
cilantro
salsa of your choice to taste
Cook quinoa, this was a daunting task my first time around but now I totally know what I'm doing. I always have to add more water than what it calls for. I don't even measure anymore I just boil some water and cook the quinoa. You'll know the quinoa is done when it's puffed up and very fluffy and has absorbed all the water. If you'd like a tutorial visit this page, she explains it better than me! How to cook quinoa. You'll most likely have leftovers as this makes a lot. Heat up your beans or cook them according to directions. I'm a fan of buying in bulk to save money and free myself of BPA lined cans. :) After the quinoa and beans are cooked, ladle them into a bowl, top with chopped raw bell peppers (my fave!) and top with cilantro and salsa. I use fresh picked cilantro from my garden! :) I also use hot salsa from Trader Joe's in the refrigerated section. It's so good I love it. I had this the other day with out TJ's salsa and it just wasn't the same. I like fresh and spicy! This recipe is so simple and easy yet it's very good. We all know how much of a fan I am of easy, healthy recipes. I hope you enjoy!
Yum! How delicious and fresh does that look? You know you want to dive in!
