Healthy Mexican Quinoa

If you have not noticed by now you will not find a recipe on here using rice.  I find that quinoa is a great substitute for rice and other less nutritious grains.  You can always use rice instead of quinoa if you do not like it, but I recommend giving it a try :)  Quinoa has less carbs, more protein, more fiber and more unsaturated fat (the good fat) than brown rice.  

We picked up some chicken bombers from Whole Foods, which I felt would pair well with a Mexican side dish.  The chicken bombers, in case you are wondering, are chicken with a jalepeno in the middle and wrapped in bacon.  Basically, it is amazing :)  I created this Mexican quinoa to be a perfect complement with spiciness of the chicken bombers.  It is packed full of yummy, healthy ingredients.  I hope you enjoy!!

Servings:  4 to 6 
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
1 pepper, diced
1/4 cup onion, diced
1 can black bean, drained 
1 avocado, diced
1/2 cup salsa
Juice from 1/2 a lime
1/2 tbsp cilantro 
Mexican cheese to sprinkle on top

Directions:

Cook quinoa according to directions on package.  Prepare other ingredients.  Once quinoa is cooked and cooled completely, about 15 to 20 minutes, mix all ingredients together in large bowl.  Stir well and serve!

Chicken Bomber & Mexican Quinoa