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Zesty Quinoa and Black Bean Tacos

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
These flavorful tacos combine protein-rich quinoa, black beans, and fresh cilantro with a zesty lime sauce for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Vegetables and seasonings

  • 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 0.5 red onion red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 Tbsp taco seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
  • 0.75 cup dry (uncooked) quinoa
  • 1.5 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 1 15-oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 8 corn or flour tortillas warmed tortillas
  • Sliced avocado for serving
  • 0.5 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt (sub coconutmilk yogurt for vegan)
  • 0.5 cup fresh cilantro leaves and stems
  • 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small (or 1/2 large) jalapeño, seeds and ribs removed
  • 2 Tbsp fresh lime or lemon juice
  • 0.5 tsp ground coriander or cumin
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp kosher salt (to taste)

Instructions 

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan, cook bell pepper and onion 5 minutes until softened. Stir in tomato paste and seasoning; cook 2 minutes.
  • Add quinoa, toast 1-2 minutes, then add broth, bring to boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes. Stir in black beans, steam 10 minutes. Season with salt if needed.
  • Blend yogurt, cilantro, olive oil, jalapeño, lime juice, cumin, garlic powder, and salt until smooth. Taste and adjust salt.
  • Warm tortillas, fill with quinoa mixture, drizzle with cilantro sauce, and garnish with sliced avocado and cilantro.

Notes

For extra flavor, add chopped green onions or more cilantro as desired.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: black beans, Quinoa, Tacos