Mexi Quinoa

I love quinoa with avocado!

Mexi Quinoa

1 c. fat free chicken broth

1 c. rinsed quinoa

15 oz. can black beans, rinsed & drained

14.5 oz can tomatoes with green chilies, drained

14 oz can roasted corn, drained

1/4 c. tamed jalapenos

dash garlic powder

1 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp cumin

1 TB lime juice

1/4 c. chopped cilantro

1 avocado, diced

In large skillet add broth and quinoa. As that comes to a boil add beans, tomatoes, corn and jalapenos. Add garlic powder, chili powder, and cumin.  Cover and simmer until liquid is gone and quinoa is cooked.  Add lime juice, cilantro and avocado. Serve hot.

Yield: 8 servings. Per serving=210 Calories; 6g Fat (23.6% calories from fat); 9g Protein; 34g Carbohydrate; 6g Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 555mg Sodium.

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