Cilantro Lime Black Bean Tacos with Quinua
These tacos are plant-based, zesty and so satisfying. Plus, they're loaded with protein and make a delicious meal prep recipe.
Servings: 5 Servings
Calories: 437kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup quinoa
- Juice & zest of 2 limes
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 can black beans drained and rinsed (doesn't need to be shown on video)
- 2 avocados
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Sliced red cabbage
- Chopped cilantro to garnish
- 10 corn tortillas
Instructions
- Add veggie broth, quinoa and lime juice to a small sauce pan. Bring to a boil, cover and reduce to simmer for 12 – 15 minutes until all the liquid has been absorbed.
- Remove from the heat and let cool for 10 - 15 minutes. Stir in lime zest, ½ cup cilantro and season with salt & pepper.
- In a separate bowl, mash avocado until almost smooth. Stir in onion, lime juice and ¼ cup cilantro. Season with salt & pepper.
- To assemble tacos, place ¼ - ½ cup of quinoa mixture onto the base of each tortilla. Top with black beans, cabbage and the guacamole. Garnish with cilantro (and/or hot sauce!) and enjoy immediately!
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Nutrition
Calories: 437kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 513mg | Potassium: 1133mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 2375IU | Vitamin C: 114.5mg | Calcium: 152mg | Iron: 4.1mg