ENSALADA DE QUINOA CON PIMIENTOS FACIL 🤗 💖

quinoa

🥗Healthier: cauliflower rice

💰Cheaper: brown rice

Cauliflower rice is lower in calories, while brown rice is often less expensive.

black beans

🥗Healthier: kidney beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Kidney beans are a healthier alternative, while canned beans are cost-effective.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers add flavor without heat, and banana peppers are often less expensive.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: cucumbers

Mashed peas provide creaminess with fewer calories, while cucumbers are budget-friendly.

Rinse the quinoa under cold water.

In a pot, combine 1 1/2 cups of quinoa and 3 cups of water. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons of chicken broth.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed.

Chop the bell peppers, red onion, and cilantro.

Halve the cherry tomatoes.

In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chopped vegetables, and cilantro.

Squeeze the juice of 4 lemons over the salad and season with salt and pepper to taste.

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