Healthy Mexican Quinoa

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

3.63 from 16 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 mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  

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• 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

Diet: Vegetarian

Time: 30-45 Min

Level: Easy

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