Stir-Fried Quinoa and Black Bean Bowl with Avocado

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-22 · Updated 2026-06-22

A nutrient-dense, fiber-rich vegan bowl combining fluffy quinoa, black beans, and creamy avocado for a wholesome healthy meal. This Latin American-inspired vegan recipe (gluten free), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs quinoa, water, canned black beans, drained and rinsed for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 medium avocado, diced
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup quinoa under cold water, then combine with 2 cups water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, lower heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper and 1/2 cup corn kernels. Sauté for 4 minutes until vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1 cup drained black beans and 1 tsp ground cumin. Cook for another 3 minutes until beans are heated through and spices are fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add the cooked quinoa to the skillet, season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, and toss everything together over medium heat for 2 minutes until well combined.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp fresh chopped cilantro and 2 tbsp lime juice to brighten flavors.
6. Step 6: Serve the quinoa and black bean mixture topped with 1 medium diced avocado for creamy texture and healthy fats.