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whole food meals

Whole Food Meals: 7 Reasons to Embrace Healthy Eating


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A collection of nutritious whole food meals that promote health.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup black beans, cooked
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup corn, frozen or fresh
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water.
  2. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth.
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Fluff quinoa with a fork and let it cool.
  5. In a bowl, mix quinoa, black beans, bell pepper, and corn.
  6. Add lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve topped with avocado slices and cilantro.

Notes

  • Can substitute quinoa with brown rice.
  • Adjust ingredients based on seasonal availability.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to three days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: whole food meals, healthy recipes, plant-based meals