Squash, Quinoa & Black Bean Bowl 
Cosori Recipe

Squash, Quinoa & Black Bean Bowl 

A vibrant and fresh dish for those searching for flavor. The natural sweetness of squash, hearty black beans, and fluffy quinoa come alive with fresh herbs and a zesty citrus drizzle. This meal is ideal for meal-preppers or those craving a hearty meal after a long day

Prep Time 5 minutes 
cook Time 10 minutes 
Servings 1
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Curated by:Chef Margaret

Fresh Ingredients

Scale:
YIELD 1 Serving

There are nine essential amino acids which our bodies cannot naturally produce, so wehave toget them from food. While plant-based proteinsdon’tget as much attention for these essential amino acids, combining specific plant-based sources can enhance their amino acid adequacy. This recipe pairs quinoa with black beans to create a more complete protein source!

Per Serving
Servings Made 1
Calories 281.81
Protein 10.40 g
Carbohydrates 49.89 g
Fat 6.20 g
Fiber 9.92 g
Saturated Fat 0.89 g
Cholesterol 0.00 mg
Sodium 150.90 mg

Nutrition information per Serving

Step by Step

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  1. Place the crisper plate into the air fryer basket.  
  2. Select the Air Fry function, adjust temperature to 400°F and time to 4 minutes, then tap Start/Pause to preheat. 
  3. Place the squash slices onto the preheated crisper plate. Spray with olive oil, then season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. 
  4. Select the Air Fry function at 10 minutes, adjust temperature to 400°F, then tap Start/Pause.  
  5. Remove squash when tender and golden brown.  
  6. Stir the hummus, lime juice, and water in a small bowl until it’s loosened and able to drizzle.    
  7. Assemble bowl with quinoa, black beans, roasted squash, avocado, pico de gallo, cilantro, and a drizzle of hummus and serve.   

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