Tex-Mex Quinoa Bowl

Ingredients:
1 cup dry quinoa
2 cups water
1-2 Tablespoons taco seasoning (store bought or see recipe below)
1 medium sweet potato
1 can black beans
salt and pepper to taste
toppings of choice (salsa, sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt), shredded cheese guacamole, diced tomatoes, cilantro, etc)


Instructions:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.  Peel and chop sweet potato. Microwave for 4-6 minutes or until soft.  Toss in olive oil, salt and pepper. Bake on foil lined baking sheet for 15-20 minutes. Heat black beans in microwave for 1-2 minutes.

Rinse quinoa then add to sauce pan with water and taco seasoning.  Bring to boil.  Reduce heat to a simmer and cover for 10-15 minutes or until water is absorbed.

Mix quinoa, black beans and sweet potatoes together. Add desired toppings and enjoy.


Taco Seasoning from allrecipes.com
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper