One-Pot Quinoa and Black Beans

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Steps

1. Heat a large pot over medium heat
2. Add the quinoa and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally
3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil
4. Stir in black beans, corn, bell pepper, cumin, chili powder, and salt
5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until quinoa is fluffy
6. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes
7. Fluff quinoa with a fork and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving
8. Serve warm