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Quinoa and Black Bean Stuffed Avocado
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 ripe avocados
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Cut the avocados in half and remove the pits. Scoop out a little bit of the flesh from each avocado half to create a larger cavity for the filling.
- Divide the quinoa and black bean mixture evenly among the avocado halves, filling the cavities and mounding the tops.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Quinoa and Black Bean Stuffed Avocado is a vibrant and nutritious dish that has its roots in South American cuisine. The combination of quinoa, a protein-packed grain, and black beans, a staple in Latin American cooking, creates a hearty and satisfying filling for ripe avocados. This dish has gained popularity in recent years due to its health benefits and delicious flavors. Chefs in regions like Peru and Mexico have been known to incorporate this dish into their menus, adding their own unique twists with local spices and ingredients. For the best version of this dish, sourcing ripe avocados and using high-quality quinoa and black beans is essential. Some alternative methods for making this dish include adding fresh salsa, cilantro, or a squeeze of lime for an extra burst of flavor. Today, this dish can be found in trendy health-focused restaurants and is a favorite among those seeking a wholesome and flavorful meal.
30 min
4
350 calories
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