Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this Savory One Pan Mexican Quinoa. This easy, nutritious dish is perfect for family dinners or meal prep, combining quinoa, black beans, and colorful vegetables in a delightful medley of spices. Whip it up in just one pan for a hassle-free meal that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup organic quinoa
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium tomato sauce
- 2 tsp cumin powder
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro (optional), chopped
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear to remove bitterness.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic for about 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Stir in the chopped bell peppers and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add rinsed quinoa, cumin, and chili powder; toast for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in vegetable broth and tomato sauce; mix well and bring to a gentle boil.
- Cover the skillet and reduce heat to low; simmer for 15-20 minutes until quinoa is fluffy and liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff with a fork, stir in lime juice and cilantro (if using), then serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 11g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg