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Healthy Mexican Quinoa

January 29, 2025

A vibrant and nutritious Mexican-inspired quinoa dish packed with flavors and essential nutrients. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or as a side dish.

Healthy Mexican Quinoa

Healthy Mexican Quinoa

4 from 5 votes
A vibrant and nutritious Mexican-inspired quinoa dish packed with flavors and essential nutrients. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or as a side dish.
Servings 4 people
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped

Instructions
 

  • Rinse quinoa under cold water until water runs clear.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, and sauté until onions are translucent.
  • Stir in black beans, diced tomatoes, and corn until well combined.
  • Add cooked quinoa, chili powder, cumin, and salt. Stir to blend all ingredients.
  • Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld together.
  • Remove from heat, mix in lime juice, and sprinkle with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 212kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 8gFat: 5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 380mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 12mg
Calories: 212kcal
Meal Type: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: healthy eating, Mexican Cuisine, quinoa
Cooking Method: Boiled
Time: 30-45 Min
Level: Easy

Join the Conversation

  1. tonette.lemke43 says:

    4 stars
    Y’all gotta try this! I added some jalapeños for extra heat. Soooo good! 🌶️

  2. oPandariaNo says:

    5 stars
    This recipe is amazing! So easy to make and packed with flavor. My family loved it!

  3. sherman.williamson62 says:

    4 stars
    I mixed it up a bit and used chicken broth instead of veggie. Not sure if that’s like cheating but it was delish! 😂

  4. eddie.schowalter18 says:

    3 stars
    I don’t know about using quinoa… Can I just use rice instead? 🤔

    1. herschel.bode93 says:

      4 stars
      You can use rice, but quinoa is way healthier! Why not give it a try? 😊

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