Quinoa Cornbread Muffins Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
12 muffins
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Calories
165 kcal
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Course
Dinner
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Cuisine
North American
Quinoa Cornbread Muffins Recipe
Description
This recipe begins by cooking quinoa until tender, which acts as a base alongside canned black beans and frozen corn. Mixing in shredded cheddar and crumbled queso cheese adds moisture and flavor depth. Eggs bind the ingredients together, while chili powder and salt enhance the savory notes. Fresh cilantro contributes a bright, herbal element.
The muffin batter is portioned into a greased 12-cup muffin tin and pressed firmly to hold shape during baking at 350°F for about 20 minutes. Once baked and cooled, the muffins have a firm, sliceable texture with noticeable pops of corn kernels and beans. These muffins offer a protein-rich alternative or side dish with a balance of cheesy, spicy, and fresh flavors.
Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or as a side with soups and salads, they can be served warm or at room temperature. Letting them cool slightly before removing from the pan helps preserve their shape. The recipe contains no additional notes, so storing in an airtight container for a few days is advisable.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 15 ounce black beans drained and rinsed, canned
- 1 cup corn frozen
- 2 large egg
- 1 cup cheddar cheese grated
- ½ cup Queso cheese crumbled
- ¼ cup cilantro chopped
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt sea salt
Instructions
- Place the quinoa in a pot with 2 cups of water and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- Mix all the ingredients, including the cooked quinoa, together in a large bowl. Divide between the 12 muffin cups and press the tops down firmly. You can wet your hands with a little oil to help stop the quinoa from sticking to them. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes.
- Let the quinoa muffins cool for 5 minutes before you carefully remove them from the muffin tin. Set aside on a cooling rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12muffins
Amount Per Serving
Calories 165 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 muffin | |
| Calories | 165kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 451mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 271mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 404IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 123mg | 12% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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