Black Bean & Corn Quinoa

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
MAKES: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped
• 1 celery rib, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups vegetable stock
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro, divided

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, red pepper, celery and seasonings; cook and stir 5-7 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
2. Stir in stock and corn; bring to a boil. Stir in quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
3. Add beans and 1/3 cup cilantro; heat through, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with remaining cilantro. Yield: 4 servings.

Note: Look for quinoa in the cereal, rice or organic food aisle.

Nutritional Facts
1-1/4 cups: 375 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 668mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 10g fiber), 13g protein.