Wednesday, March 28, 2007
# Quinoa and Black Beans
Stir in your favorite jarred salsa for extra zing. This is also good the next day for lunch. Makes 2 servings, about 1/2 cup each 1 teaspoon canola oil 1/2 bell pepper, chopped 2 tablespoons chopped red onion 1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed 2 tablespoons broth (or water) 1/2 cup hot quinoa (cook according to package directions) Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add bell pepper and onion and cook until almost tender. Add beans and broth (or water) to the pan. Cook until heated through. Stir in quinoa. Per serving: 162 calories; 4 g fat (0 g sat); 0 mg cholesterol; 27 g carbohydrate; 6 g protein; 4 g fiber; 60 mg sodium; 224 mg potassium. |
