One Pan Mexican Quinoa
One Pan Mexican Quinoa is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines nutritious quinoa with colorful vegetables and zesty spices, making it the perfect comfort food for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. This easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ingredients into a satisfying meal that bursts with taste. Enjoy a delightful combination of textures and flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions and bell peppers until soft.
- Stir in cumin and chili powder; cook until fragrant.
- Add quinoa, black beans, and diced tomatoes; mix well.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and reduce heat to low; cook for 15-20 minutes until quinoa is fluffy.
- Remove from heat and fold in chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Rinse quinoa thoroughly to remove bitterness. Feel free to add corn or lime juice for an extra flavor boost. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days.