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cheap easy healthy meals

Cheap Easy Healthy Meals: 5 Flavorful Ways to Save Money


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A collection of affordable and simple recipes that promote health.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water.
  2. Combine quinoa and water in a pot.
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Fluff quinoa with a fork.
  5. Mix in black beans, corn, and bell pepper.
  6. Drizzle lime juice over the mixture.
  7. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Top with avocado slices before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust seasoning as per taste.
  • Add other vegetables if desired.
  • This meal can be served warm or cold.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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