This 15 Minute Protein Quinoa Bowl is made up of edamame, corn, black beans, pepper and spices to create a fast and healthy dish! Make it for a snack, lunch or a dinner side. It is gluten-free and vegetarian- Let’s make it!
If you are not someone who cooks quinoa frequently, you should get in the habit! Quinoa is a grain that has contains more protein than other grains and is super versatile in the dishes you can put it in. In 1 cup of quinoa, it contains 8g of protein and 5g of fiber. It can add great texture to dishes and you can put any sauce or topping on it for great flavor. Also, it is gluten-free so it increases the variation of grains you can use when making gluten-free dishes.
How to Make this 15 Minute Protein Quinoa Bowl
Bring quinoa and water to a boil, then simmer on stove until water is fully evaporated. Cook corn according to package instructions.
In a small bowl, combine oil, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, basil, lime juice, and optional red pepper flakes and stir until combined
Combine edamame, corn, black beans, pepper with cooked quinoa. Add the dressing, stir and enjoy!
10 Minute Protein Quinoa Bowl 
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Recipes, Vegetarian8
servings5
minutes10
minutesIngredients
1/2 cup dry quinoa1 red pepper
8 oz edamame
1.5 cup cooked corn
15 oz black beans
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tbsp garlic powder
2 tbsp cumin
2 tsp paprika
1 tsp basil
1/2 lime, juiced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Directions
- Bring quinoa and water to a boil, then simmer on stove until water is fully evaporated. Cook corn according to package instructions.
- In a small bowl, combine oil, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, basil, lime juice, and optional red pepper flakes and stir until combined
- Combine edamame, corn, black beans, pepper with cooked quinoa. Add the dressing, stir and enjoy!
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