Tropical Vacation - Caribbean Quinoa Bowl

Tax Season is finally over and I'm slowly getting my life back. While I can't afford a vacation to the Islands right now, I can enjoy some tropical flavors ... abundant in this wonderful quinoa dish based on a recipe from the Happy Herbivore.

Caribbean Quinoa Bowl | serves 4 (GF)(LF)*(SF)

½ cup quinoa (uncooked)

¼ cup tropical salsa 

2 cups chopped kale and spinach

2 cups cooked black beans  ½ red onion, diced

½ tsp cumin     ½ tsp thyme   ¼ tsp allspice    ¼ tsp ginger

1-2 limes (juice)     2 cups chopped mango

1 avocado,sliced

In a small saucepan, combine quinoa with 1 cup water and 1/4 cup salsa. Cover and bring to a boil. Once

boiling reduce to low and simmer until quinoa is fluffy and liquid has evaporated, about 15

minutes. Add seasonings. Steam greens. Combine with quinoa, beans, onion, lime juice, and fruit. Top with salsa and avocado.. Suggested side: Baked Corn Tortilla Chips.

Per serving: 416 calories, 10.8g fat, 70.5g carbohydrates, 17.2g fiber, 14.6g sugars, 18g protein