One Pot Mexican Quinoa Recipe
Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our one-pot Mexican quinoa. Packed with protein and veggies, it's a quick, tasty, and healthy plant based meal for any day!
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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Notes
Note: Nutritional information is approximate values and can vary significantly depending on the specific brands of ingredients used. Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only and should not be considered professional nutritional advice.
Nutrition
Serving: 250g | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 6.5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 75IU | Vitamin C: 75mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 3mg
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