High Protein Stuffed Avocado with Quinoa and Black Beans
Elevate your mealtime with this High Protein Stuffed Avocado featuring a nutritious medley of quinoa and black beans, bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome goodness. Perfect for vegetarian and plant-based enthusiasts, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it ideal for busy schedules. Creamy avocado halves are generously filled with a protein-packed mixture of fluffy quinoa, hearty black beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic red onion, all tossed in a tangy lime-cumin dressing that pairs beautifully with the naturally rich avocado. Finished with fresh cilantro and optional chili flakes, this refreshing dish is perfect for a light lunch, an energizing snack, or a colorful appetizer. Packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats, it’s a filling, delicious choice for health-conscious foodies!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole Avocado
- 1 cup Cooked quinoa
- 1 cup Black beans (cooked, drained, and rinsed)
- 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Slice the avocados in half lengthwise and remove the pits.
Using a spoon, carefully scoop out some of the avocado flesh from the center of each half, creating a slightly larger cavity for the filling. Reserve the scooped avocado flesh and set the avocado halves aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, cherry tomatoes (halved or quartered), red onion (finely diced), and chopped cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to make a dressing.
Dice the reserved scooped avocado flesh and gently fold it into the quinoa mixture.
Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring the ingredients are evenly coated.
Spoon the quinoa and black bean mixture into the hollowed-out avocado halves, dividing it evenly among the four halves.
Serve immediately as a fresh, protein-packed meal or snack. Optional: Garnish with extra cilantro or a sprinkle of chili flakes for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1095 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.2 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 637 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.7 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.5 g | 148% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.9 g | ||
| Protein | 30.1 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 196 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2688 mg | 57% | |
*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.
