Zesty Veggie-Loaded Quinoa Bowl

Looking for a delicious way to sneak more fiber into your meals? This Zesty Veggie-Loaded Quinoa Bowl is packed with vibrant vegetables, smoky spices, and hearty quinoa. It’s quick to whip up, incredibly satisfying, and brimming with nutrients.

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 small red onion, diced
• 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• Juice of half a lime
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh cilantro (optional garnish)

Instructions

Begin by cooking your quinoa. Bring the vegetable broth to a gentle boil in a medium saucepan, stir in the rinsed quinoa, and reduce the heat to low. Cover and let the quinoa simmer for about 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed. Fluff it gently with a fork.

While the quinoa cooks, warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the chopped bell peppers and red onion until they’re slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the black beans, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika, allowing the spices to bloom for a minute.

Fold in the cooked quinoa and corn kernels, and season with salt, pepper, and lime juice. Let everything warm through for a couple of minutes, stirring occasionally so all the flavors can combine. Serve your bowl hot, topped with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro if you like.

This Zesty Veggie-Loaded Quinoa Bowl is a fantastic option for anyone looking to boost their fiber intake without sacrificing flavor. Quinoa itself is naturally high in fiber, and pairing it with colorful vegetables and beans makes it a filling and nourishing meal. It suits both busy weeknights and leisurely weekends, and you can easily swap in different vegetables or proteins to personalize the dish. Enjoy it as is for a vegan-friendly option, or top it with shredded cheese or a dollop of sour cream for extra richness. Whichever way you serve it, you’ll appreciate the satisfying textures and zingy tastes tucked into every bite.