Ingredients
- 3/4 cup canned black beans, rinsed
- 2/3 cup quinoa, cooked
- 1/4 cup hummus
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 medium avocado, diced
- 1/2 tomato, chopped
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1/4 red sweet pepper, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Methods
Mix the beans and quinoa in a bowl
Add the chopped tomato, the chopped onion and the chopped red sweet pepper
In a separate small bowl, blend the hummus and lime juice, adding water until you achieve your preferred consistency.
Pour the hummus dressing over the beans and quinoa.
Garnish with avocado and cilantro.
Nutrition Benefits of key ingredients
Black Bean
Protein: Black beans are a great source of plant-based protein, making them an excellent alternative to meat for vegetarians and vegans.
Fiber: High in dietary fiber, black beans can aid in digestion and can help maintain a healthy gut. They can also help in support healthy blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
Antioxidants: Rich in antioxidants, particularly flavonoids like anthocyanins, black beans can help support oxidative stress and inflammation levels.
Vitamins and Minerals: Black beans provide important vitamins and minerals such as folate, iron, magnesium, and potassium, which can help support various bodily functions, including energy production and maintaining healthy blood pressure.
Quinoa
Complete Protein: Quinoa is one of the few plant foods that contain all nine essential amino acids, making it a complete protein source.
Fiber: High in dietary fiber, quinoa supports healthy digestion and can help support heart health and cholesterol levels.
Gluten-Free: Naturally gluten-free, quinoa is a great grain alternative.
Micronutrients: Quinoa is rich in essential vitamins and minerals, including magnesium, iron, B-vitamins, and manganese, which can help support various a healthy metabolism and overall health.
Antioxidants: Contains antioxidants such as quercetin and kaempferol, which have anti-inflammatory properties.
Nutrition facts
About the author
Tonia graduated in Economics from the University of Athens and began her career in Consumer Engagement. Having always been passionate about health and well-being, she eventually decided to follow her true calling and pursued a Nutrition degree at the University of Greenwich in London, supplementing her knowledge with certifications in NLP and NLP Wellbeing Coaching through INLPTA.
This combination of scientific training and mindset-focused tools enables her to take a holistic approach to health, supporting sustainable behavior change and long-term wellness.
Today, Tonya is the founder of Believe in Yourself, where she guides individuals toward healthier habits and lifestyle through tailored nutrition and coaching programs.
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V2 keeps the focus on Tonia’s nutrition credentials and current expertise, while only briefly mentioning her Economics background for context. It avoids giving too much space to unrelated corporate experience, which could dilute her authority in nutrition, while using a language that emphasizes her scientific training, certifications, and holistic approach, which strengthens trustworthiness and expertise signals for readers seeking credible health information.
Tonia graduated in Economics from the University of Athens and began her career in Consumer Engagement. Having always been passionate about health and well-being, she eventually decided to follow her true calling and pursued a Nutrition degree at the University of Greenwich in London, supplementing her knowledge with certifications in NLP and NLP Wellbeing Coaching through INLPTA.
This combination of scientific training and mindset-focused tools enables her to take a holistic approach to health, supporting sustainable behavior change and long-term wellness.
Today, Tonya is the founder of Believe in Yourself, where she guides individuals toward healthier habits and lifestyle through tailored nutrition and coaching programs.
Why does V support e-e-a-t better?
V2 keeps the focus on Tonia’s nutrition credentials and current expertise, while only briefly mentioning her Economics background for context. It avoids giving too much space to unrelated corporate experience, which could dilute her authority in nutrition, while using a language that emphasizes her scientific training, certifications, and holistic approach, which strengthens trustworthiness and expertise signals for readers seeking credible health information.
