Quinoa and Black Bean Chili

You know how I love my easy crockpot recipes! This one is perfect for a chilly night (no pun intended ;) This one also works for my vegan friends!

 

 

 

Ingredients

 

3 can black beans, low sodium, rinsed

1 cup quinoa, uncooked, rinsed

3 cups vegetable stock, low sodium

2 cups water

1 can diced tomatoes

1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

1 jalepeno pepper, finely diced

1 tablespoon minced garlic

1 green pepper, chopped

1/2 medium onion, diced

1 cinnamon stick

2-3 tablespoons chili powder

1 teaspoon cumin powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon ground pepper

1/2 teaspoon salt

 

Instructions

1.  Place all ingredients in a crock pot.
2.  Cook on low for 4 hours.
3.  Serve with diced green onions, avocado, cheese, organic Greek yogurt- whatever your heart desires

Adapted from Fit Foodie Finds