Mexican quinoa is made in one pan and is cooked and ready to eat in just 30 minutes! This delicious quinoa recipe is loaded with black beans, fire roasted tomatoes, jalapenos, corn, cheese, and cilantro.
1jalapenominced (can remove seeds if you want NO spice at all)
1cupquinoa
1cupwater
15ozcan black beansdrained and rinsed
14.5ozcan fire roasted diced tomatoes
1cupcorn kernelsfrozen
1teaspoonchili powder
1/2teaspoonground cumin
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonpepper
2teaspoonslime juice
1cupcheddar cheeseshredded
2tablespoonscilantrochopped
1avocadodiced, for serving
sour creamfor serving
Instructions
In a large skillet set over medium heat add the olive oil, garlic, and jalapeno. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Stir in the quinoa, water, black beans, full can of tomatoes, corn, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes or until the quinoa is fully cooked. When quinoa is cooked, the grain will look like it has been opened, exposing a soft inside.
Uncover and stir in the lime juice. Top with shredded cheese, cover again for 2-3 minutes or until cheese has melted. Top with cilantro and serve with the diced avocado and sour cream for topping.
Notes
Can also serve with shredded lettuce and tortilla chips.Store the quinoa in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Warm the dish with a bit of water in a microwave safe bowl or on medium low heat in a skillet.