BLACK BEAN QUINOA

BLACK BEAN QUINOA - quinoa is the SUPER GRAIN. If you don't know about it, read this

approx. 4-5 servings. You can increase the proportion as needed. I eyeball all of the measurements:For 4 cups of quinoa:boil 8 cups of water and add the quinoa. Put lid on to cook and let simmer for 12 - 15 minutes until the germ separates from the seed. The cooked germ looks like a tiny curl. Remove from the heat and let it stand for 3-5 minutes to get fluffy.

While the quinoa is standing. Mix together:

1/2 can black beans

diced red roma tomatoes

1/2 can of corn

1/2 cup of chopped red onion

1/3 of a red pepper chopped

1 clove of garlic

a little parlsey and basil (if i have it)

I add this mixture to the quinoa and then add about a tablespoon of olive oil to smooth it over and a couple of tablespoons of red wine vinegar. s&p to taste.

This is great as a side or to make it a main dish, I double the recipe and add chicken breasts for my husband to enjoy.