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Cozy No-Reheat Meal Preps with Quinoa and Black Beans


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A comforting and nutritious meal prep featuring fluffy quinoa, hearty black beans, fresh corn, and vibrant bell peppers, perfect for busy weeks.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn, fresh or frozen
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, and red bell pepper.
  2. Squeeze the lime juice over the mixture.
  3. Season with cumin, salt, and pepper to taste, stirring gently to combine.
  4. Portion the mixture into meal prep containers.
  5. Top each container with slices of creamy avocado and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
  6. Seal the containers and store them in the refrigerator.

Notes

These meal preps can last up to 5 days in the refrigerator. Feel free to customize with your favorite beans and vegetables.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 container
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg