Bright. Fresh. Filling.
This is that kind of bowl that feels like you’re doing something really good for your body — but it still hits all the right notes: hearty black beans, fluffy quinoa, crisp veggies, creamy guac, and a citrusy kick. 🌞 It’s colorful, cozy, and totally satisfying without being heavy. Perfect for lunch or a light dinner!
Ingredients (Serves 2):
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- ½ cup canned black beans (drained & rinsed)
- 1 small zucchini, chopped
- ½ small onion, sliced
- 1 cup shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
- 2 tbsp guacamole or avocado dressing
- ¼ cup diced tomatoes & onions (or pico de gallo)
- 1 tsp olive oil (for sautéing)
- Fresh lime juice
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Cook your quinoa per package directions. Let it cool slightly — you want it warm, not steaming hot.
- Sauté your veggies: In a nonstick skillet, heat olive oil and cook zucchini and onions until tender and slightly golden.
- Warm the black beans if desired (microwave or stovetop — just enough to take the chill off).
- Build your bowl: Start with quinoa, then layer on the beans, sautéed veggies, cabbage, and spoon over the pico de gallo.
- Top it off with a dollop of guac or drizzle avocado dressing, then finish with a squeeze of lime and a dash of salt & pepper.
💙 WW Points Breakdown (Per Serving):
| Ingredient | Portion (per serving) | Estimated Points |
|---|---|---|
| Quinoa | ½ cup cooked | 3 |
| Black beans | ¼ cup | 1 |
| Olive oil | ½ tsp | 1 |
| Guacamole (or dressing) | 1 tbsp | 2 |
| Zucchini, onion, cabbage, pico, lime | — | 0 |
| Total per bowl | 7 points |
Swap the guac for plain avocado salsa or mash ¼ avocado with lime for fewer points. You can also use a nonstick spray instead of oil to drop it by 1 point.
🌟 Friendly Tip:
This bowl is endlessly customizable — toss in grilled corn, jalapeños, or even a little fat-free Greek yogurt on top if you want it creamy without the extra points. Oh, and leftovers? They’re even better the next day. 😉
