$2.61 a serving · 25 min
- Under 30 min
- One pan
- Makes leftovers
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
- Dairy-free
- Nut-free
- PCOS-friendly
- Heart-healthy
- Anti-inflammatory
- Thyroid-friendly
- Comfort food
- Family friendly
- Beans & lentils
Cost is the ingredients you actually use. About $16.83 if you cook for four.
- Calories
- 530 kcal
- Protein
- 24g
- Carbs
- 79g
- Fat
- 13g
Ingredients
For one serving, in kitchen measures, grouped the way the store is laid out.
Produce
- Bell peppers½ medium
- Fresh cilantro2 tbsp
Pantry
- Black beans (can)¾ can
- Quinoa3¾ tbsp
- Canned diced tomatoes½ can
- Olive oil2 tsp
Spices
- Ground cumin⅓ tsp
- Smoked paprika⅓ tsp
How to cook it
- 1
Rinse the quinoa. Soften the diced pepper in the oil for 4 minutes, then add the cumin and paprika.
- 2
Stir in the quinoa, chopped tomatoes and 3/4 cup of water and simmer covered for 15 minutes.
- 3
Add the drained beans and cook 3 minutes until hot and thick.
- 4
Season and scatter with cilantro.
People also ask
- What to serve with Black Bean, Pepper & Quinoa Skillet?
- Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice, Hoisin Beef & Broccoli, or Chicken Fajitas. Those sit in the same style as Black Bean, Pepper & Quinoa Skillet and keep the grocery list from exploding.
- Can you meal prep Black Bean, Pepper & Quinoa Skillet?
- Yes. Black Bean, Pepper & Quinoa Skillet holds for 3–4 days in the fridge. Cook a double batch and lunch is already done. beans and the sides reheat without falling apart.
- How long does Black Bean, Pepper & Quinoa Skillet last in the fridge?
- 3–4 days sealed. Freeze leftover portions for up to a month if you made a big batch.
- Is Black Bean, Pepper & Quinoa Skillet vegan?
- Yes. Black Bean, Pepper & Quinoa Skillet is vegan.
- Is Black Bean, Pepper & Quinoa Skillet vegetarian?
- Yes. Black Bean, Pepper & Quinoa Skillet is vegetarian.
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