• 2.5 cups black beans, rinsed
• 0.5 cup quinoa
• 1.5 cups vegetable stock
• 1 cup water
• 3 cups diced tomatoes
• 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 green pepper, chopped
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 avocado, sliced

1. Place all ingredients in a large pot. Turn heat to medium/high and bring to a rolling boil.

2. Cover and let simmer on low for about an hour.

3. Serve with diced green onions and avocado.

*makes four servings

adapted from recipe by laurenconrad.com / photo: fitfoodiefinds.com