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Easy Make-Ahead Camping Meals

Delicious and convenient meals that can be prepared ahead of time for a hassle-free camping experience.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups Quinoa Rinsed and drained
  • 1 can Black Beans Drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Corn Frozen or canned
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper Diced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 avocado Avocado Diced
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For dressing
  • 1 teaspoon Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper

Method
 

Prepare the Quinoa
  1. In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed.
Mix the Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and avocado.
Dress the Salad
  1. Drizzle olive oil and lime juice over the mixture. Add cumin, salt, and pepper, then toss gently to combine.
Pack for Camping
  1. Transfer the salad into an airtight container and store in the cooler until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This dish can be served cold or at room temperature, making it perfect for camping. You can also add grilled chicken or tofu for extra protein.

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