[RECIPE] Winter warmer black bean and quinoa chilli

Pack in more protein with this double whammy of plant-based sources.

Both quinoa and black beans are rich in protein, along with additional minerals and vitamins. This dish is also a good source of dietary fibre.

Ingredients

• 5 ½ cups Health Connection Black Beans
• 1 cup Lifestyle Food Quinoa 
• 3 cups Nature’s Choice Vegetable Stock 
• 2 cups water
• ½ cup sweet corn, rinsed
• ½ cup diced tomatoes
• 1 green pepper, chopped
• ½ medium onion, chopped
• 1 tsp Lifestyle Foods Cinnamon Powder 
• 2 tbsp Good Life Organic Chilli Flakes 
• 1 tsp Good Life Organic Cumin Powder 
• 1 tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp Oryx Ground Black Pepper 
• ½ tsp Lifestyle Food Himalayan Rock Salt 
• ¼ cup green onions, chopped
• 2 avocados, sliced

Quinoa has a wonderful nutty flavour and it makes a great alternative to rice or couscous for those looking for lower-carb alternatives over the winter season.

Instructions

1. Combine all the ingredients in a large pot.
2. Turn heat to medium/high and bring to the boil.
3. Cover and let simmer on low heat for about an hour.
4. Serve with diced green onions and avocado.

Black beans are fibre-packed legumes, which can help keep blood sugar levels stable and lower cholesterol. They are also an inexpensive source of plant protein.