Mexican cuisine is renowned for its vibrant flavors, and if you’re a fan of easy, delicious meals, one pot Mexican quinoa is a must-try. This versatile dish brings together the goodness of quinoa, black beans, corn, and a medley of spices. Let’s dive into the culinary fiesta and discover how to whip up this savory delight. If you are a fan of one-pot recipes you can check out my collection of One Pot Vegan Meals here.
Ingredients & Substitutions
To embark on one pot Mexican quinoa recipe, gather the following ingredients:
- Dry quinoa
- Vegetable broth & 1 cup water
- Rd onion, finely diced
- Cloves garlic, minced
- Bell pepper, diced
- Can of black beans, rinsed and drained
- Can whole kernel corn
- Salsa
- Chili powder
- Smoked paprika
- Spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings Options:
- Lime, vegan sour cream, cilantro, green onion, hot sauce, vegan cheese
Helpful Tools
To make your cooking experience a breeze, ensure you have the following tools:
- Medium pot or dutch oven
- Cutting board and knife
- Wooden spoon
How To Make This Recipe
In a medium pot or dutch oven on medium heat, add olive oil.
Add diced onion and green bell pepper. Saute for 3-4 mins.
Add in garlic, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Toast spices, stirring constantly for 1 min.
Add in water, vegetable broth, dry quinoa, salsa, black beans, corn, and bring to a boil.
Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 14 mins.
Add in spinach and cook for another minute or until the spinach has wilted.
Fluff with a fork and season with salt and pepper. Add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Tips & Tricks
- For extra flavor, try using homemade salsa.
- Experiment with different toppings to customize your dish.
FAQs
Yes, you can. Ensure it’s thawed and well-drained before adding.
While quinoa works best, you can try rice or couscous as alternatives. Adjust cook time accordingly.
Yes, prepare the quinoa mixture and store it, adding toppings before serving.
One Pot Mexican Quinoa Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups dry quinoa
- 1 cup vegetable broth & 1 cup water
- ½ red onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 19 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 12 oz can whole kernel corn
- ½ cup salsa
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 large handful spinach
- salt and pepper to taste
Toppings Options
- lime, vegan sour cream, cilantro, green onion, hot sauce, vegan cheese
Instructions
- In a medium pot or dutch oven on medium heat, add olive oil. Then add diced onion and green bell pepper. Saute for 3-4 mins.
- Add in garlic, chili powder and smoked paprika. Toast spices, stirring constantly for 1 min.
- Next, add in water, vegetable broth, dry quinoa, salsa, black beans, corn, and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 14 mins.
- Add in spinach, and cook for another minute or until the spinach has wilted. Fluff with a fork and season with salt and pepper. Add your favourite toppings and enjoy!
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Conclusion: One pot Mexican quinoa
One pot Mexican quinoa is not just a meal; it’s a flavor-packed experience. Whether you’re a busy professional or a home cook looking for a quick, nutritious dinner, this recipe has you covered. Embrace the fusion of Mexican flavors in this easy-to-make dish and treat your taste buds to a fiesta!
Such great flavors! Loved this recipe so great that it was one pot easy clean up and nice to add some customization.
Delighted you enjoyed the great flavors!
This was a delicious quinoa recipe nice blend of flavours and texture.
I’m delighted to hear you found the quinoa recipe delicious! It’s wonderful that the blend of flavors and textures worked well for you. Thanks for the feedback!