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Quinoa & Black Beans for Anti-Cancer Nutrition

Quinoa tossed with black beans, corn, and bell pepper, warmed through with cumin and smoked paprika — hearty and plant-forward.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • ½ cup cooked black beans rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • 1 small red bell pepper diced
  • 1 small carrot diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro optional, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add diced carrot and bell pepper; sauté for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender.
  3. Stir in corn, black beans, and quinoa. Mix well.
  4. Sprinkle cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
  5. Cook for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
  6. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.