Chipotle Black Bean Quinoa Bowl

By Rab Nawaz·Updated July 2026
Chipotle Black Bean Quinoa Bowl is an easy, healthy recipe with 16g of protein and 464 calories per serving, ready in about 25 minutes. Below are the ingredients, step-by-step method, full macros and a meal-prep tip.
Chipotle Black Bean Quinoa Bowl
Calories464 kcal
Protein16 g
Carbs64 g
Fat16 g
Time25 min
Makes4
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Ingredients

Macros above are per serving.

Method

  1. Cook quinoa in 2 cups water 15 min until fluffy; let steam off heat 5 min.
  2. Warm black beans and corn with olive oil, chipotle and cumin 5 min.
  3. Stir lime juice into the quinoa.
  4. Build bowls with quinoa, beans, avocado and cilantro.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories464 kcal
Protein16 g
Carbs64 g
Fat16 g

Meal-prep tip

🥡 Store quinoa and bean base 4 days; slice avocado fresh at serving and toss with lime to keep it green.

Frequently asked questions

How much protein is in Chipotle Black Bean Quinoa Bowl?

Chipotle Black Bean Quinoa Bowl has 16g of protein, 464 calories, 64g carbs and 16g fat per serving.

How long does Chipotle Black Bean Quinoa Bowl take to make?

About 25 minutes, and it makes 4 servings.

Can I meal prep Chipotle Black Bean Quinoa Bowl?

Store quinoa and bean base 4 days; slice avocado fresh at serving and toss with lime to keep it green.

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