some quinoa dinner fun

OK…now I know that not everyone is a fan of quinoa. The Hubby is not a fan at all, but it is healthy so therefore I keep trying.

Quinoa? Why?

There are so many reasons why but just a few are (according to this article)….

Quinoa is one of the best protein rich foods we can eat…I mean that protein rich foods are always a good idea.
Quinoa has a ton of fiber…like almost twice as much as other grains. Who doesn’t need fiber? Everyone needs fiber…so quinoa is a great option.
Quinoa contains iron…iron is always a positive thing to consume.

There are so many other reasons as well…it comes down to this little grainy thing is a great option to bring some yummy healthy into your life.

Black Beans?

I love black beans. They have a creamy texture that is a great addition to the quinoa. Now I took the quick shortcut and used canned beans but you can cook your own if you wanted…but I will be honest I love canned black beans as much as the homemade version.

I also love how you can pair almost any flavor combo with black beans and they become even better than before. They are hands down my favorite bean…EVER!!

Just a side?

NO THIS IS NOT JUST A SIDE!! Yes, this makes a GREAT side dish. It is loaded with tons of flavor and texture but it is so much more. The beauty of this dish is that you can use it as a side dish or add a piece of protein to make it a main dish everyone will LOVE!!

My favorite way to make this a main dish is with a piece of roasted salmon drizzled with a little lime juice to make it even more fresh and vibrant…but it would also be great with chicken or pork tenderloin as well.