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Vegan Tex Mex Quinoa

Delicious Vegan Tex Mex Quinoa Bowl Ready in 20 Minutes

This Vegan Tex Mex Quinoa bowl is a colorful, quick meal packed with plant-based protein and fresh ingredients, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quinoa
  • 1 cup Quinoa Consider tri-colored for added visual appeal.
  • 1.5 cups Water Adjust according to package instructions.
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Sweet Corn Use fresh, frozen, or canned.
  • 1 can Black Beans Cooked and drained.
  • 1 cup Red Cabbage Can substitute with green cabbage.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Can substitute with any other bell pepper.
  • 1 medium Avocado Slice before serving to prevent browning.
  • ¼ cup Cilantro Use parsley if not a fan.
For the Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil Optional for oil-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander Cumin Powder Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Lime Seasoning Can swap with chili powder mixed with lime zest.
  • 1 teaspoon All-Purpose Seasoning Use your favorite blend.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh is best.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Freshly squeezed.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water. Combine with water and salt in a saucepan. Bring to boil, then reduce to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  2. Chop vegetables: slice cabbage, dice bell pepper, and prepare corn. Keep avocado separate.
  3. Whisk marinade ingredients together in a small bowl and set aside.
  4. Cool the cooked quinoa for 5 minutes, fluff with a fork, then add to the bowl with chopped vegetables.
  5. Drizzle marinade over the quinoa and veggies, toss gently to combine.
  6. Mix in diced avocado just before serving.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the quinoa mixture without avocado for up to 3 months.

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