Description
A wholesome, one-pot Mexican quinoa with black beans, veggies, and smoky spices. Perfect for quick, protein-packed dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 cup corn
1 can black beans
1 can diced tomatoes
1½ cups vegetable broth
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp cumin
¼ tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper
Juice of 1 lime
Cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in skillet.
2. Add onion, garlic, and pepper; cook 3 minutes.
3. Stir in quinoa, beans, corn, tomatoes, and broth.
4. Add spices and stir.
5. Bring to boil; cover and simmer 20 minutes.
6. Let rest 5 minutes, fluff, and garnish.
Notes
Let quinoa rest for fluffier texture.
Add avocado or cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Protein: 12g
