Quinoa with Aduki Beans

Aduki/adzuki/azuki beans are small beans that are used in the red bean paste of Chinese cuisine.  In this quick and healthy recipe they are used whole, which provides a nice diversion from black beans. 

1 cup quinoa, rinsed

2 cups water or vegetable broth

1 can aduki beans, rinsed and drained

1 teaspoon cumin

½ teaspoon chipotle chili powder

½ teaspoon sea salt

Pepper to taste

1 tablespoon dried cilantro or ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

1 pint tomatoes, diced (or 1 can diced tomatoes, rinsed and drained)

1 avocado, diced

Juice of ½ lime

Fresh baby spinach, for serving

Place quinoa and water in a saucepan.  Bring liquid to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.  Cook for about 20 minutes, until liquid is absorbed.  Remove from heat.

Stir in the beans, then add cumin, chili powder, sea salt, and pepper.  Add tomatoes, avocados, and lime juice.  Serve over a bed of baby spinach.

Serves 2 - 4