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One-Pan Mexican Quinoa

One-Pan Mexican Quinoa for a Flavorful Family Dinner

This One-Pan Mexican Quinoa is a simple, delicious, and hearty meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed well
  • 2 cups water or vegetable stock
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic cloves minced
For the Veggies
  • 1 medium red pepper chopped
  • 1 medium fresh tomato chopped
  • 1 cup corn frozen or fresh
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
For Protein & Garnish
  • 1 can black beans rinsed
  • 1 medium avocado optional
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 medium lime juiced

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Finely chop the onion, red pepper, and fresh tomato. Mince the garlic cloves.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion and red pepper for 3–4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Combine the chopped tomato, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, and a sprinkle of salt. Stir for about 2 minutes. Rinse quinoa and add it to the skillet with corn and black beans.
  4. Pour in 2 cups of water or vegetable stock. Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for about 15 minutes until quinoa is fluffy.
  5. After 15 minutes, turn off the heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the quinoa with a fork.
  6. Serve warm, garnished with avocado slices, fresh cilantro, and a drizzle of lime juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Rinse quinoa under cold water before cooking to remove saponins which can cause bitterness.

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