Quinoa with Black Beans and Cilantro
Prep Time
25
Cooking Time
15
Yields
4 to 6 servings
Ingredients
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cups chopped white onions
• 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1 cup quinoa,* rinsed, drained
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 11/2 cups water
• 1 15-ounce can black
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided
•Crumbled Cotija cheese or feta cheese (optional)
•1 Avocado (optional)
Directions
Heat oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions and red pepper; sauté until beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. Stir in next 4 ingredients. Add water; bring to boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until quinoa is almost tender, about 15 minutes. Add beans and 1/4 cup cilantro; cook uncovered until heated through and liquid is fully absorbed, about 3 minutes. Transfer to bowl; sprinkle with 1/4 cup cilantro and cheese and avocado, if desired.
Credit
THE BON APPETIT TEST KITCHEN