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Fiber Maxxing for Weight Loss Clean Eating Method

A delicious and nutritious dish, packed with fiber-rich ingredients, perfect for clean eating and weight loss.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Clean Eating
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Grains and Legumes
  • 1 cup Quinoa Rinsed thoroughly
  • 1 can Black beans Rinsed and drained
Vegetables
  • 1 medium Bell pepper Chopped
  • 1 medium Red onion Chopped
  • 1 cup Corn Fresh or frozen
Flavorings and Garnishes
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro Chopped
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. Chop the bell peppers and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Rinse the black beans in a colander.
  4. Measure out the corn and set aside.
Cooking
  1. In a saucepan, add quinoa and water; bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes.
  3. In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat; add onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add bell peppers and corn; cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in black beans and cooked quinoa; mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Serving
  1. Remove from heat; stir in lime juice and cilantro.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Serve warm as a side dish or main course.

Notes

Rinsing quinoa removes bitterness. Store leftovers in airtight containers for 3-5 days. Can freeze for up to 2-3 months.