Skillet quinoa with black beans, cilantro and feta

This quick and easy dish is a made-to-order meal for everyday athletes. 

Recipe and photo provided by CanolaInfo.org
230 cal Serves 6
Prep time 0h 10m
Cook time 0h 20m
Total time 0h 30m
skillet quinoa with black beans on a white plate

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Step 1

    In large, non-stick skillet, heat canola oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and pepper. Sauté 5 minutes or until onions begin to brown on edges, stirring occasionally. Add water and quinoa. Bring to boil over medium-high heat, reduce heat, cover and cook on medium-low for 12 minutes or until water is absorbed.

  2. Step 2

    Remove from heat, stir in beans, walnuts, chili powder, feta, cilantro and garlic. Cover and let stand 2 minutes to heat through and absorb flavours.

Tips

  • For a vegetarian version, replace feta with vegan cheese or tofu.

  • Leftovers? Add quartered grape tomatoes, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a bit more cilantro for an easy meatless entrée.

Nutritional information

Per serving (1 cup / 250 mL)

Calories
230
Protein
10 g
Sodium
160 mg
Potassium
445 mg
Total fat
8 g
Saturated fat
1.5 g
Cholesterol
0 mg
Carbohydrates
31 g
Fibre
7 g
Sugars
3 g
Added sugars
0 g

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