HEALTH MEALS – FOR ENERGY

Quinoa Salad

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 avocado, chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black beans, chopped bell peppers, avocado, cilantro, and green onions.
  3. Squeeze the lime juice over the mixture and add salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Toss everything together until well combined.
  5. Serve immediately or store in the fridge for later.

     

    This high-energy meal is packed with complex carbohydrates from the quinoa and fiber-rich black beans, which will help keep you full and energized for longer. The healthy fats from the avocado will provide sustained energy and keep you feeling satisfied, while the bell peppers add a burst of vitamin C and antioxidants. Enjoy!

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