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Cumin-Scented Black Beans and Quinoa Recipe

A satisfying, easy, healthy and delicious side dish or vegetarian main dish with only 2 Weight Watchers Points.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cumin black beans and quinoa, quinoa salad, Quinoa with Black Beans
Servings: 6
Author: Martha McKinnon | Simple Nourished Living

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1-1/2 cups chopped white onions
  • 3/4 cup quinoa, rinsed well
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1-1/4 cups water
  • 1 can (about 15 ounces) black beans, rinsed well and drained
  • 1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves, chopped, divided

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the red pepper and onions and cook, stirring often, until slightly softened about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the quinoa, cumin, chile powder, salt and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and cover. Simmer until quinoa is barely tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir in the beans and half the cilantro and simmer, uncovered, until the liquid is absorbed, about 3 minutes.
  • Serve sprinkled with the remaining cilantro

Notes

Serving size: 3/4 cup
WW Points: 2
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4 SmartPoints (Green plan)
3 SmartPoints (Blue plan)
0 SmartPoints (Purple plan)
4 PointsPlus (Old plan)
Optional Toppings:
Be sure to adjust your Points accordingly with any added toppings!
  • Chopped avocado
  • Salsa or pico de gallo
  • Crumbled or shredded cheese
  • Corn, tomatoes, cucumber, shredded carrots, edamame, etc.
  • Pineapple, mango, mandarin oranges, etc.

Nutrition

Serving: 3/4 cup | Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 471mg | Potassium: 411mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 744IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 3mg