Costa Rican Quinoa & Beans (plant-based) Recipe
Beans, quinoa, sauteed mixed sweet peppers, onions, & mushrooms, tortillas, mixed green salad & balsamic dressing.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Cook Quinoa
Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the quinoa is fluffy.
- 2
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent. Add the bell peppers and mushrooms, cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes until tender.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Add the cooked quinoa and black beans to the skillet with sautéed vegetables. Stir to combine and heat through for about 2-3 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- 4
Prepare Tortillas
Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds until pliable.
- 5
Assemble Salad
In a bowl, toss mixed greens with balsamic dressing.
- 6
Serve
Serve the quinoa and bean mixture in tortillas and accompany with the mixed green salad on the side.