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Healthy Lunch Wraps

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This Zesty Quinoa Taco Bowl is a vibrant, nutrient-packed meal that brings bold Tex-Mex flavors together in a customizable and satisfying vegetarian dish. Featuring fluffy quinoa, seasoned black beans, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing, it’s perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and cooked
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 red onion, finely diced
  • 1 avocado, cubed or sliced
  • 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for cooking)
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce or baby spinach
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, tortilla strips

Instructions

  1. Cook quinoa according to package directions, then fluff with a fork and let cool slightly.
  2. Prep fresh ingredients: halve tomatoes, dice onion, cube avocado, and slice jalapeño.
  3. In a skillet, heat a little olive oil over medium heat. Add black beans and corn, season with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until warmed through (about 5 minutes).
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and chopped cilantro to make the dressing.
  5. Assemble the bowls: start with a layer of greens, add quinoa, then top with the bean and corn mixture, fresh veggies, and desired toppings.
  6. Drizzle with the lime-cilantro dressing and garnish with extra lime or cilantro if desired.

Notes

  • To make this vegan, omit cheese or sour cream.
  • Rinse quinoa thoroughly before cooking to remove bitterness.
  • Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu for extra protein.
  • Keep avocado fresh by tossing it in lime juice and adding just before serving.
  • Great as a bowl, wrap, or burrito filling.
  • Store components separately for best freshness when meal prepping.

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