Quinoa-Black Bean Fajita Filling with Cilantro and Lime
by: Three Many Cooks
Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 cup quinoa
Salt
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
large garlic cloves
large handful of cilantro leaves, about a cup
¼ cup fresh lime juice
Ground black pepper
¼ cup extra virgin coconut oil
Instructions
Bring 2 cups of water, the quinoa, and ¼ teaspoon salt to boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, until water is absorbed and quinoa is tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Along with black beans, place quinoa into a serving bowl.
Meanwhile, mince garlic and cilantro in food processor. Add lime juice and a light sprinkling of salt and pepper; process to combine. Add coconut oil; process again to combine. Because quinoa is like a sponge and absorbs the dressing quickly, toss the quinoa and black beans with the dressing right before serving for boldest flavor. Serve warm.
Notes
Wrap this quinoa-black bean filling in flour tortillas and serve with your choice of all the usual fajita toppings: sliced avocado , tomatoes, sour cream , grated cheese, sliced red onion, hot pepper sauce.
Recipe by Three Many Cooks at https://threemanycooks.com/recipes/salads-and-sides/quinoa-black-bean-fajita-filling-with-cilantro-and-lime/