One Pot Mexican Quinoa
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
487 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
One Pot Mexican Quinoa
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Ingredients
quinoa:
- 2 tablespoons Frying oil
- 1 medium onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1.5 teaspoons cumin
- 1.5 teaspoons oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or to taste
- 1 cup (190g) quinoa, rinsed
- 1 cup (240ml) vegetable broth
- 1 (14-oz/400ml) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (14-oz/400ml) can kidney beans, drained
- 1/2 (14-oz/400ml) can corn, drained
- 1 teaspoon of lime / lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro optional
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup (100g) grated sharp cheddar cheese
to serve:
- avocado
- sour cream or plain yogurt
- sunny-side-up eggs
Instructions
- Dice the onion and bell paprika, chop the garlic very finely.
- Heat the oil in a big frying pan over medium heat. When hot, add the onion and bell paprika. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring from time to time, until soft.
- Add the garlic and the spices. Cook for about 30-60 seconds.
- Rinse the quinoa thoroughly with cold water and drain. Add to the pan along with the broth and canned tomatoes. Season lightly with salt and pepper, stir, bring to a boil. Cover (the lid should be well fitted) and cook over low heat for 20 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked (taste it - it should be soft with a bite to it and you should see that it has popped open, revealing the germ of the kernel).
- Add drained beans, corn, chopped cilantro, and lime/lemon juice. Stir everything together and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Top with shredded cheese, cover the pot, and cook over low heat for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Serve with avocado slices, a dollop of sour cream/yogurt, and sunny-side-up eggs.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Storage: This dish is great for reheating. Sprinkle it lightly with water, cover, and cook over very low heat until warm. Store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. If you plan to make it ahead, it's better to warm it up without cheese, then top with the cheese just before serving. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months.
- Calories = 1 serving (1/4 of the recipe). This is only an estimate (toppings like avocado and eggs are not included)!
Nutrition Information
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Calories
487kcal
(24%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 487 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 487kcal | 24% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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