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one pan mexican quinoa

One Pan Mexican Quinoa: 7 Flavorful Tips for Success


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A healthy and flavorful one pan Mexican quinoa dish.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can corn, drained
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 avocado, diced for topping
  • Cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water.
  2. In a large pan, sauté onion and garlic until soft.
  3. Add bell pepper and cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in quinoa, vegetable broth, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, cumin, and chili powder.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover.
  6. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until quinoa is cooked.
  7. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
  8. Top with avocado and cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container.
  • Can be served warm or cold.
  • Add lime juice for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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