Heart-Healthy Chipotle High Protein Bowl
Elevate your meal prep with this Heart-Healthy Chipotle High Protein Bowl, a vibrant medley of nutrient-rich ingredients designed to fuel your day while keeping your heart in mind. Packed with protein from tender black beans and fluffy chipotle-spiced quinoa, this recipe is balanced with creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a zesty touch of lime—all brought together by bold aromatics like garlic and fresh cilantro. Ideal for quick lunches or light dinners, this flavorful bowl is both easy to prepare and bursting with wholesome goodness. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s the perfect pick for anyone looking to enjoy a plant-forward, high-protein meal that doesn’t compromise on taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Quinoa
- 2 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Chipotle powder
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 15-ounce can Black beans
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 Avocado
- 0.5 Red onion
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
- 1 Lime
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Pepper
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa under cold water using a sieve to remove any bitterness. Drain well.
In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa, water, and chipotle powder. Bring to a boil over high heat.
Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa has absorbed all the water. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Rinse and drain the black beans, then add them to the skillet with the garlic. Cook for 5 minutes to heat through, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and dice the avocado and red onion. Roughly chop the fresh cilantro.
In a large bowl, fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork, then add the black beans, tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
Squeeze the lime over the quinoa mixture and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Gently toss all ingredients to combine. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1390 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.0 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3716 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 188.6 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.0 g | 139% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.0 g | ||
| Protein | 53.0 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 337 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1479 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
