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10 Quick & Easy Weeknight Dinners On A Budget

Weeknight dinners don’t have to be expensive or time-consuming. Here are 10 quick and easy weeknight dinners that are budget-friendly and delicious.

Ingredients:

* 2 cups cooked quinoa
* 2 tablespoons olive oil
* 1 onion, diced
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 red bell pepper, diced
* 1 green bell pepper, diced
* 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
* 1 can diced tomatoes
* 1 teaspoon chili powder
* 1 teaspoon cumin
* 1/2 teaspoon paprika
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
* 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the bell peppers and cook for another 5 minutes.
4. Add the black beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
5. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Add the cooked quinoa and cilantro and stir to combine.
7. Cook for another 5 minutes.
8. Serve warm.

Nutritional Information:

* Calories: 250
* Fat: 7g
* Carbohydrates: 37g
* Protein: 10g
* Fiber: 8g

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