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weeknight dinner ideas healthy

5 Comforting Weeknight Dinner Ideas Healthy for Easy Meals


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A healthy and comforting weeknight dinner that is easy to prepare.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup of diced bell peppers
  • 1 cup of chopped spinach
  • 1 can of black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin
  • 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced bell peppers and sauté for about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted.
  4. Add the cooked quinoa and black beans to the skillet.
  5. Season with cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  6. Mix everything well and cook for another 5 minutes.
  7. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

  • You can substitute quinoa with brown rice or couscous.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or corn.
  • Use fresh herbs for added flavor if desired.
  • This dish can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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