Low Fat Stuffed Avocado with Quinoa and Black Beans

Brighten up your meals with this Low Fat Stuffed Avocado with Quinoa and Black Beans, a wholesome and vibrant dish that’s as healthy as it is satisfying. Perfect for a light entrée or side, this recipe features creamy, nutrient-rich avocados filled to the brim with a zesty blend of protein-packed quinoa, fiber-rich black beans, and fresh veggies like cherry tomatoes and red onion. Infused with bold flavors from lime juice, ground cumin, and smoky paprika, every bite delivers a satisfying mix of textures and tastes. This quick and easy dish, ready in just 25 minutes, is not only low in fat but also gluten-free and bursting with plant-based goodness, making it an ideal choice for clean eating enthusiasts or anyone looking for a fresh, flavorful meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 whole Avocados
• 0.5 cup Quinoa
• 1 cup Water
• 0.5 cup Black beans
• 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 cup Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa under cold water in a fine mesh strainer.

Step 2

In a small pot, combine the quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 3

While the quinoa cooks, rinse and drain the black beans, and dice the cherry tomatoes and red onion into small pieces.

Step 4

Finely chop the fresh cilantro leaves and set aside.

Step 5

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.

Step 6

Add the lime juice, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the quinoa mixture. Stir well to combine all the flavors.

Step 7

Slice the avocados in half lengthwise and remove the pits. Using a spoon, gently scoop out a small portion of the flesh to create a larger cavity for the filling. Reserve the scooped avocado for another use or mix it into the quinoa filling.

Step 8

Spoon the quinoa and black bean mixture generously into each avocado half, mounding it slightly if needed.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a nutritious entrée or side dish. If desired, garnish with an extra sprinkle of cilantro or a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(981.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1053.4

Total Fat 65.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1515.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 103.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.3g	0%
Total Sugars 7.0g
Protein 26.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 157.0mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 2364.0mg	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: 53.1%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 37.3%