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Fresh Superbowl Food Nourish Bowl Recipe with Black Bean Chimichurri Easy and Healthy

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A vibrant and healthy nourish bowl featuring black beans, quinoa, fresh veggies, and a zesty chimichurri sauce. Perfect for game day or any occasion, this quick and easy recipe delivers bold flavors and nourishing ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cooked quinoa (about 185g)
  • 1 cup cooked black beans (about 170g), fresh or canned, rinsed and drained
  • 1 medium avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • 1 small cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves (about 10g)
  • For the Chimichurri Sauce:
  • 1 cup fresh parsley leaves (about 30g)
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves (about 15g)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 small red chili or 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil (120ml)
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • Optional Garnishes:
  • Fresh lime wedges
  • Toasted pumpkin seeds or pepitas
  • Queso fresco or feta cheese crumbles (omit for vegan)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup quinoa under cold water to remove bitterness. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa with 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let cool slightly.
  2. In a blender or food processor, add parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, red chili or flakes, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Pulse a few times to chop. With motor running, slowly pour in olive oil until sauce is smooth but slightly chunky. Taste and adjust seasoning. Let sit for 10 minutes if possible.
  3. Halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, shred red cabbage finely, and slice avocado just before assembling. Toss avocado slices in a little lime juice to prevent browning.
  4. If using canned black beans, rinse and drain well. Heat in a small pan over medium-low heat with a pinch of cumin or smoked paprika for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Assemble the bowl by placing quinoa as the base in serving bowls. Arrange black beans, tomatoes, cabbage, cucumber, and avocado on top in colorful sections. Drizzle generously with chimichurri sauce.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves, toasted pumpkin seeds, and cheese crumbles if using. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

Rinse quinoa thoroughly to remove bitterness. Use fresh herbs for chimichurri and avoid over-blending to keep sauce slightly chunky. Warm beans gently to maintain creaminess. Slice avocado last and toss with lime juice to prevent browning. Prep quinoa and chimichurri ahead for convenience.

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Keywords: nourish bowl, black bean, chimichurri, healthy recipe, Superbowl food, quinoa bowl, vegetarian, gluten-free, easy recipe

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