Quinoa with Black Beans and Hominy Recipe

Name: Quinoa with Black Beans and Hominy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups quinoa; 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; Zest of 1 large lemon; 1/4 cup grapeseed oil; 3 tablespoons agave nectar; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from about 2 large limes); 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Two 15-ounce cans hominy, rinsed and drained; One 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups quinoa
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Zest of 1 large lemon
1/4 cup grapeseed oil
3 tablespoons agave nectar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from about 2 large limes)
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Two 15-ounce cans hominy, rinsed and drained
One 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated

1
For the quinoa: In a 2-quart saucepan, bring the quinoa, chicken broth, salt and lemon zest to a boil over medium-high heat.
2
Reduce the heat, cover the pot and simmer until the liquid has been absorbed and the quinoa is tender, about 20 minutes.
3
Remove the pan from the heat and allow to rest for 10 minutes.
4
For the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the grapeseed oil, agave, lime
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juice, vinegar, cumin, salt and pepper until smooth.
6
In a serving bowl, combine the quinoa, hominy, black beans and cilantro.
7
Add the dressing and toss until coated.
8
Season with salt and pepper.
9
Spoon into the lettuce leaves and serve.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups quinoa, 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, Zest of 1 large lemon, and more.

Yes, Quinoa with Black Beans and Hominy falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quinoa with Black Beans and Hominy

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