Description
Savory One Pan Mexican Quinoa is a vibrant, nutritious dish that brings together the flavors of quinoa, beans, and colorful vegetables in a single pan. Perfect for busy weeknights, this quick recipe offers a delightful blend of spices and textures that will please the entire family. With its simple preparation and customizable ingredients, you can whip up a wholesome meal without the fuss of multiple pots and pans.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rinsed quinoa
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (canned or frozen)
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (red, yellow, green)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- Juice and zest of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in the rinsed quinoa and spices. Pour in vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low and add black beans, corn, and bell peppers. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes until quinoa is fluffy.
- Remove from heat, squeeze fresh lime juice over the top, fluff with a fork, and garnish with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg