Hg's Southwestern Surprise Ww Points 3

Discover the vibrant flavors of the Southwest with Hg’s Southwestern Surprise, a healthy, plant-based dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious! Packed with protein-rich quinoa, hearty black beans, and a colorful medley of charred vegetables like sweet corn, red bell peppers, and red onions, this recipe offers a satisfying balance of textures and flavors. Aromatic spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and garlic powder infuse every bite with warmth, while fresh cilantro and tangy lime juice brighten the dish with zesty freshness. Topped with creamy avocado slices, this one-bowl wonder is ready in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. At only 3 WW points per serving, it’s a wholesome, guilt-free delight that can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 0.5 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 0.5 cup frozen corn kernels
• 0.25 cup diced red bell pepper
• 0.25 cup diced red onion
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.125 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 0.25 medium avocado sliced avocado
• 1 serving nonstick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Spray a nonstick skillet with cooking spray and place it over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the frozen corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, and diced red onion to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened and are slightly charred.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Transfer the cooked vegetables to a mixing bowl. Add the cooked quinoa, black beans, and lime juice to the bowl.

Step 5

Sprinkle the spice mixture over the quinoa and vegetable blend, and toss everything together until the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 6

Gently fold in the chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice, if needed.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and top with sliced avocado.

Step 8

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your healthy southwestern surprise!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(559.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	528.9

Total Fat 11.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 862.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 92.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 11.8g
Protein 21.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 124.3mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 1282.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 18.7%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 66.0%