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Gluten-Free Fiesta Bowl

A Zesty and Colorful Gluten-Free Delight

4servings
30 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Gluten-Free Fiesta Bowl

About this recipe

This vibrant and nutritious Gluten-Free Fiesta Bowl is a perfect blend of quinoa, black beans, and fresh vegetables, topped with a zesty lime dressing. It's a satisfying meal for lunch or dinner, bursting with flavors and textures. Ideal for those seeking a healthy, gluten-free option that's easy to prepare and delicious to taste.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 lime, juiced and zested
  • 1/4 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 3 cloves roasted garlic, smashed

Directions

  1. 1

    Rinse the quinoa under cold water.

  2. 2

    In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, mix the cooked quinoa, black beans, diced bell peppers, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro.

  4. 4

    In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.

  5. 5

    Pour the lime dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days. Enjoy your gluten-free fiesta!

Chef's tip

For added flavor, consider roasting the garlic before adding it to the dressing.

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