Hearty Post-Workout Meal
Cilantro Lime Quinoa and Black Beans
Cilantro Lime Quinoa and Black Beans
It’s a rare occasion in my house that everyone gobbles up my kitchen creations without a single complaint. Really rare. The toddler doesn’t like green things, the husband doesn’t like anything without salt, and the three year old is completely maniacally unpredictable. When I found this recipe by The Shiksa in the Kitchen on Pinterest, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I changed some ingredients, left some out, threw some in, did that process about 4 more times and finally came up with a really awesome post-workout meal that even your kids and husband will eat!
Ingredients:
1 c. quinoa (I use this kind)
1 tbsp. evoo
½ c. onion, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
4 c. fresh black beans, soaked and cooked
½ c. fresh cilantro, chopped and divided
¼ tsp. chili powder
Pinch of red cayenne pepper
1 tomato, diced
Juice of 1 lime, divided
3 c. spinach, chopped
4 green onions, chopped
1 avocado, sliced
Sriracha hot chili sauce
Preparation:
Rinse quinoa thoroughly in a mesh strainer or sieve, drain. Prepare quinoa according to package instructions. While quinoa is cooking, heat evoo in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced onion to skillet and sauté for a few minutes till it softens and begins to turn brown. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes longer until aromatic. Add the cooked black beans to the skillet along with ½ c. water, ¼ c. chopped cilantro, chili powder, red cayenne pepper, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in juice from ½ the lime. When quinoa is fully cooked remove from heat and stir in remaining ½ of lime and ¼ c. chopped cilantro.
To assemble, scoop ½ c. quinoa into a bowl, top with ½ c. chopped spinach and ½ c. black bean mixture. Finish off with a sprinkling of green onions, a couple avocado slices, and a drizzle of Sriracha (I used about a teaspoon on mine). This is one meal you won’t mind having leftovers from!
Macros per one out of four: 271.5k cals, 9.2g fat (1g sat, 3.7g mono, .6g poly), 47.9g carbs (18.1g fiber, 3.6g sugar), 11.4g protein, 132.3mg sodium, 0mg cholesterol, 708.3mg potassium
Reference:
Fadi Malouf – Personal Trainer
Tori Avey – www.theshiksa.com
